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perspire

/pərˈspaɪər/ verb · British & US
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What does perspire mean?

verb

To produce sweat, typically in response to heat or physical exertion. To emit or give off moisture, as in the form of sweat or vapor.

Example

"The hikers began to perspire as they climbed the steep mountain trail."

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