Meaning of the word swelter in English

What does swelter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

swelter

US /ˈswel.tɚ/
UK /ˈswel.tər/

Verb

to suffer from oppressive heat

Example:
We were sweltering in the humid jungle.
The city sweltered under a heatwave.
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