heat prostration
(noun)
heat prostration (noun) — A medical condition characterized by extreme fatigue and weakness due to exposure to high temperatures, often leading to heatstroke if untreated.
A medical condition characterized by extreme fatigue and weakness due to exposure to high temperatures, often leading to heatstroke if untreated.
Example
She started to experience heat prostration after hiking in the midday sun without adequate water.
Synonyms
heat exhaustion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is heat prostration?
A medical condition characterized by extreme fatigue and weakness due to exposure to high temperatures, often leading to heatstroke if untreated.
How do you use "heat prostration" in a sentence?
She started to experience heat prostration after hiking in the midday sun without adequate water.
What is another word for heat prostration?
Common synonyms for heat prostration include heat exhaustion.
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