HYDRATE


Meaning of HYDRATE in English

I. hy ‧ drate 1 /ˈhaɪdreɪt/ BrE AmE verb [transitive usually passive]

to supply someone or something with water to keep them healthy and in good condition OPP dehydrate :

After you run, drink plenty of water to stay well hydrated.

—hydration /haɪˈdreɪʃ ə n/ noun [uncountable]

II. hydrate 2 BrE AmE noun [countable] technical

[ Date: 1800-1900 ; Origin: hydro- ]

a chemical substance that contains water

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