hydrate

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun any compound that contains water of crystallization
  2. verb supply water or liquid to in order to maintain a healthy balance
  3. verb become hydrated and combine with water

Etymology

From French hydrate, from Ancient Greek ὕδωρ (húdōr, “water”) + -ate.

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