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Come out in Meaning in English

expression

ˈkəm/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
KUHM-owt-IN
kˈʌm/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈɪn
KUM-owt-IN

Definition

To suddenly develop spots, a rash, or marks on your skin, often because of an allergy or illness.

Usage & Nuances

Informal, always used for skin conditions: 'come out in spots/rash/hives.' Not used for emotion or objects. Only for physical reactions, mainly allergic or illness-related.

Example Sentences

She came out in a rash after eating strawberries.

basic

If I touch cats, I come out in spots.

basic

He came out in hives after taking the medicine.

basic

Whenever I'm stressed, I come out in little red spots on my neck.

natural

My son comes out in a rash if he plays outside for too long.

natural

Last spring, I came out in blisters all over my arms from a weird plant.

natural