Meaning & use

hydration

noun·Everyday

The process of taking in enough water to keep the body or another substance properly supplied with fluid.

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Runners are advised to prioritize hydration before, during, and after a long race.

The nurse checked the patient's hydration levels after the long fever.

A note on using this word

Hydration usually refers to water balance in the body, but chemists also use it for water added to a compound.

Words with a similar meaning

fluid intakemoisture

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Words with an opposite meaning

dehydration

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