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Definition of heatstroke

heatstroke

/ˈhiːtˌstroʊk/
heat · stroke
Plural:heatstrokes
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• noun

1

A severe, life-threatening medical condition caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures or physical exertion in the heat, characterized by a failure of the body's temperature-regulating mechanism and an abnormally high core body temperature.

Example

"The marathon runners were advised to drink plenty of fluids and stay in the shade to prevent heatstroke during the summer race."

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• Nearby Words

heatless
heatproof
heatsink
heatstroke
heatwave
heave
heaven

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Heatstroke. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/heatstroke
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