temperature · noun /ˈtemp.rə.tʃər/
temperature (HEAT)
A2 C or U how hot or cold something is
Dictionary examples:
Preheat the oven to a temperature of 350 degrees.
There has been a sudden rise in temperature over the past few days.
Learner example:
The sky is blue, the sea is blue and calm and the temperature is about 30°C. (Preliminary English Test; B1; French)
temperature (BODY)
B1 C how hot or cold someone's body is
Dictionary example:
The doctor examined him and took his temperature.
Learner example:
Respected Madam, I'm sorry that I can't make it to the English class tomorrow as I have a high temperature. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Tamil)
have a temperature
B1 to be hotter than usual because you are ill
Dictionary example:
My throat hurts and I have a temperature.
Learner example:
I have a temperature and cold, [and so] my nose is very red. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Italian)
