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excessive heat
/ɪkˈsɛsɪv hiːt/
Definition
1
A meteorological condition characterized by unusually high temperatures and often high humidity, persisting for several days, which poses a significant risk to human health.
2
A physiological state where the human body exceeds its capacity to regulate internal temperature, leading to conditions like heat exhaustion, heat cramps, or heatstroke.
Examples
If the sidewalks start frying eggs, you might want to reconsider that afternoon jog in the excessive heat.
My air conditioner is currently putting in more overtime than an unpaid intern trying to survive this excessive heat.
The weatherman sounded downright apocalyptic describing the excessive heat, but at least he kept his tie perfectly knotted while doing so.