Perspiration

Definitions

1. The action or process of perspiring.
   uncountable, usually
2. Synonym of hard work.
   metonymically, uncountable, usually
3. Sweat (fluid).
   uncountable, usually

Equivalents

Examples

“The Cauſe may be Want⟳ of Perſpiration : For Much of the Matter⟳ of Haire, in the other Parts of the Body, goeth forth by Inſenſible Perſpiration ; And beſides, the Skull being of a more ſolide Subſtance, nouriſheth and aſſimilateth leſſe, and excerneth more.”

“Genius is 1 per cent. inspiration and 99 per cent. perspiration.”

“Passing his hand across his forehead he withdrew it, wet⟳ with drops of perspiration.”

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