Meaning & use
rehydrate
To restore water or moisture to the body, food, or skin after it has become dry.
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Athletes need to rehydrate quickly after a long run in the heat.
Soak the dried mushrooms in warm water to rehydrate them before cooking.
A note on using this word
Rehydrate is common in medical and cooking contexts, describing the reversal of dehydration or drying.
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