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sunburn Definition and Meaning in English (sunburn definition)

noun
Synonyms:solar erythema
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Sunburn definition: A painful inflammation of the skin caused by excessive exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays, resulting in redness, blistering, and peeling.

Definitions of Sunburn

  1. 1noun

    A painful inflammation of the skin caused by excessive exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays, resulting in redness, blistering, and peeling.

  2. 2verb

    To cause the skin to become red, painful, and inflamed due to overexposure to the sun.

Example Sentences

“She got a severe sunburn after spending all day at the beach without sunscreen.”

“Be careful not to sunburn your shoulders during the picnic.”

Synonyms

solar erythema

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Sunburn definition: A painful inflammation of the skin caused by excessive exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays, resulting in redness, blistering, and peeling.
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'Sunburn' translates to 'sunburn' in English. Sunburn definition: A painful inflammation of the skin caused by excessive exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays, resulting in redness, blistering, and peeling.
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