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Translate files Dehydrate
/diˈhaɪdreɪt/
Meaning & Definition
verb
To remove water from (something), causing it to lose moisture.
The process to dehydrate fruits involves removing their moisture content to preserve them.
To lose water or moisture.
During the hot summer months, it is easy to dehydrate if you don't drink enough fluids.
To remove the water from a substance, especially in the context of food preservation or scientific processes.
Scientists often dehydrate samples to prepare them for analysis under a microscope.
Etymology
From the prefix 'de-' meaning 'removal' and 'hydrate' meaning 'to combine with water.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
dehydrated food:
Food items that have had moisture removed for preservation.
dehydration symptoms:
The physical signs indicating a lack of water in the body.
stay hydrated:
To maintain adequate water intake.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
To be extremely thirsty.
After that workout, I'm totally dehydrated.
Feeling very dry or parched.
That dry air is making me feel dehydrated.