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rehydrate

|re/hy/drate|

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/riˈhaɪdreɪt/

restore moisture

Etymology
Etymology Information

'rehydrate' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'hydrate' from Greek 'hydor' meaning 'water'.

Historical Evolution

'rehydrate' was formed in modern English by combining 're-' with 'hydrate'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to add water again', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to restore moisture or water to something that has been dehydrated.

After the hike, it's important to rehydrate by drinking plenty of water.

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Last updated: 2025/01/27 15:06