1. to suddenly be affected by an unpleasant feeling or problem on your skin
   • ● Her face broke out in a rash.
   • ● He broke out in a cold sweat (= for example, through fear).

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[TahlilGaran] English Dictionary ▲

to begin showing a rash or other skin disorder; to erupt in a rash or pimples
I broke out in a terrible rash after eating the raw shrimp at the restaurant.

The girl always breaks out in a rash when she eats shrimp.

[TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲

to begin showing a rash or other skin disorder; to erupt in a rash or pimples
I broke out in a terrible rash after eating the raw shrimp at the restaurant.

The girl always breaks out in a rash when she eats shrimp.

[TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲