Noun
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use of physical or mental energy
hard work
"he got an A for effort"
"they managed only with great exertion"
- elbow grease -
condensation of moisture on a cold surface
"the cold glasses were streaked with sweat"
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agitation resulting from active worry
"don't get in a stew"
"he's in a sweat about exams"
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salty fluid secreted by sweat glands
"sweat poured off his brow"
Verb
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excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin
"Exercise makes one sweat"