Calenture
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:The sailors were prone to heatstroke, including calenture, during their long voyages.
Definition:A condition that occurs when the body is exposed to high temperatures and cannot cool itself properly.
From heatstroke
Example:Sunstroke, or calenture, was a significant risk for those working in tropical climates.
Definition:A form of heatstroke caused by exposure to the sun, typically involving dizziness and confusion.
From sunstroke
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