Definition

Relating to the production or secretion of sweat.

Example

The sudoriferous glands help regulate body temperature by producing sweat.

Conversation

Have you ever wondered how our body regulates temperature?

Yeah, I find it fascinating how sudoriferous glands play a role in that.

Exactly! It's interesting how they help cool us down when we get hot.

Right? It's amazing how the body works to keep us comfortable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sudoriferous → It is formed from "sudor" (from Latin, meaning sweat) and "ferous" (from Latin "ferre", meaning to bear or carry). The word "sudoriferous" means bearing or producing sweat.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sweat' ('sudor') being 'carried' ('ferous') by the body — that's why sudoriferous refers to something that produces sweat.

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