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/ˈsʌn.bɜrn/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A skin condition resulting from overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, usually from the sun, characterized by redness, pain, and sometimes peeling.
After spending the entire day at the beach without sunscreen, she suffered a severe sunburn.
The redness and inflammation of the skin caused by excessive exposure to the sun.
He applied aloe vera to soothe the sunburn on his shoulders.
verb
To cause a skin condition resulting from excessive exposure to sunlight, resulting in redness and discomfort.
If you don't wear sunscreen, you could easily sunburn within a few hours.
To become red and painful due to exposure to the sun.
She tends to sunburn quickly, so she always re-applies sunscreen regularly.
Etymology
The word 'sunburn' combines 'sun' referring to the star that warms the Earth and 'burn' indicating damage to the skin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sun protection
Methods to shield the skin from harmful UV rays.
sunscreen application
The act of putting on a cream that protects the skin from sunburn.
tanning oil
A product intended to enhance the tanning process while potentially increasing the risk of sunburn.
Related Words
sun
The star at the center of our solar system that emits light and heat.
burn
Injury to a person's skin or flesh caused by heat, electricity, acid, or radiation.
UV radiation
Invisible rays that are part of the energy that comes from the sun.
Slang Meanings
Lobster red
After lying out in the sun too long, he looked completely lobster red.
Toast
Don't forget your sunscreen, or you'll end up toast after this beach trip.