sweat meaning and definition

SWEAT noun

Definition of sweat (noun)

1. salty fluid secreted by sweat glands
   • "sweat poured off his brow"
   • synonyms: perspiration, sudor
2. agitation resulting from active worry
   • "don't get in a stew"; "he's in a sweat about exams"
   • synonyms: fret, lather, stew, swither
3. condensation of moisture on a cold surface
   • "the cold glasses were streaked with sweat"
4. use of physical or mental energy; hard work
   • "he got an A for effort"; "they managed only with great exertion"
   • synonyms: effort, elbow grease, exertion, travail

SWEAT verb

Definition of sweat (verb)

1. excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin
   • "Exercise makes one sweat"
   • synonyms: perspire, sudate