Definitions for SUNBURN
ˈsʌnˌbɜrnsun·burn

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. tan, suntan, sunburn, burnnoun

   a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun

2. sunburn, erythema solareverb

   redness of the skin caused by exposure to the rays of the sun

3. sunburn, burnverb

   get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. sunburnnoun

   A burn on the skin caused by excess exposure to the sun's rays.

2. sunburnverb

   To receive a sunburn.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Sunburn

   Sunburn is a form of radiation burn that affects living tissue, such as skin, that results from an overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, usually from the Sun. Common symptoms in humans and animals include: red or reddish skin that is hot to the touch or painful, general fatigue, and mild dizziness. Other symptoms include blistering, peeling skin, swelling, itching, and nausea. Excessive UV radiation is the leading cause of (primarily) non-malignant skin tumors, and in extreme cases can be life-threatening. Sunburn is an inflammatory response in the tissue triggered by direct DNA damage by UV radiation. When the cells' DNA is overly damaged by UV radiation, type I cell-death is triggered and the tissue is replaced.Sun protective measures including sunscreen and sun protective clothing are widely accepted to prevent sunburn and some types of skin cancer. Special populations, including children, are especially susceptible to sunburn and protective measures should be used to prevent damage.

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1. sunburn

   Sunburn is a type of skin damage caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, primarily from the sun. It results in reddened, inflamed, and often painful skin, and in severe cases, it can lead to peeling or blistering. Repeated sunburns can increase the risk of skin aging and skin cancer.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Sunburnverb

   to burn or discolor by the sun; to tan

2. Sunburnnoun

   the burning or discoloration produced on the skin by the heat of the sun; tan

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Sunburn

   An injury to the skin causing erythema, tenderness, and sometimes blistering and resulting from excessive exposure to the sun. The reaction is produced by the ultraviolet radiation in sunlight.

Matched Categories

1. • Discolor
   • Hyperpigmentation

How to pronounce SUNBURN?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

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   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

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   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

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   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

   South African

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of SUNBURN in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of SUNBURN in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of SUNBURN in a Sentence

1. Kathleen Wilson:

   The coolness of water will make a swimmer less aware of a growing sunburn, while reflection of sunlight is more apparent on the beach, it can occur in the water as well. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends reapplying sunscreen at least every two hours to remain protected or immediately after a swim or excessive sweating occurs. For long-distance swimmers, re-applying sunscreen can be impossible once it wears off, so using an alternative like Balmex can be necessary, said Wilson. Traditionally used to treat diaper rash, Wilson said the key ingredient of zinc oxide makes Balmex a useful sunscreen. Its stickiness and adherence to the skin for lengthy periods provides swimmers with adequate sun protection, she said. Exposure to bacteria, parasites Swimmers may be unaware of the dangers of toxic algae, bacterial growth and parasites that thrive in warmer waters. There's also an extremely rare risk of exposure to Naegleria fowleri, a deadly brain-eating amoeba found in bodies of warm freshwater.

2. Dave Keaveny:

   Even on a cloudy day, you still have UV light that's getting through the clouds and reflecting off the snow and can hurt your eyes, it's the same as getting a sunburn on the beach on an overcast day. The light may not be as intense, but it can still do damage.

3. David Fisher:

   My suspicion is, at the end of the day, because darkly-pigmented humans can still sunburn like crazy, melanin is not like a roof over your head. So it only has a certain amount of efficacy, so I'm not shocked that the increase was modest.

4. Mike Tipton:

   Olympic organisers must take the warnings in this report seriously or face a real risk of competitors collapsing through heat exhaustion, in a sporting context, a hot and/or humid environment can represent a risk to the performance and health of spectators, officials and athletes. From sunburn, through cognitive impairment, to heat exhaustion or collapse from heat stroke, all facets of a sporting event -- and all those involved -- can be adversely affected.

5. Linda Pietk:

   It wasn’t painful, just slightly uncomfortable, afterward, my face felt warm, was slightly red and a bit swollen. It appeared as if I had sunburn.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=SUNBURN
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Sunburn
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunburn
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/SUNBURN