Schvitz

American Slang

Definition

Yiddish-derived American slang: (v.) to sweat, especially from heat or nervousness; (n.) a steam bath or sauna.

Examples

"I start to schvitz the moment I step on stage for a presentation."

"After the workout, we hit the schvitz at the gym to unwind."

"It was so humid on the subway that I was schvitzing through my shirt by the next stop."