hot flash
Definition of hot flash
: a sudden brief flushing and sensation of heat caused by dilation of skin capillaries usually associated with menopausal endocrine imbalance —called also hot flush
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First Known Use of hot flash
1907
HOT FLASH Defined for English Language Learners
hot flash
Definition of hot flash for English Language Learners
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: a sudden brief hot feeling experienced especially by women during menopause
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hot flash
Medical Definition of hot flash
: a sudden brief flushing and sensation of heat caused by dilation of skin capillaries usually associated with menopausal endocrine imbalance—called also hot flush
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