Definition

A skin condition that causes small red bumps and itching, often due to blocked sweat glands, commonly known as heat rash.

Example

After spending the day in the sun, she developed miliaria on her back.

Conversation

Have you ever had miliaria during the summer?

Yeah, I got it last year when it was super hot outside.

It must have been uncomfortable! How did you deal with it?

I tried to stay cool and used some cream to soothe the miliaria.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Miliaria → The word originates from Latin 'milium' (meaning millet, a type of grain) combined with the suffix '-aria' (meaning pertaining to or connected with). Miliaria refers to a condition related to the skin, often associated with the appearance of small, millet-like bumps.

Memory Tip

Think of 'milium' which refers to millet seeds, and remember that 'miliaria' describes a skin condition that resembles these small seeds.

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