hydrated

[ hahy-drey-tid ]

adjective

1. chemically combined with water in its molecular form.
2. (of paper pulp) beaten until gelatinous for making into water-resistant paper.

hydrated

/ ˈhaɪdreɪtɪd /

adjective

1. (of a compound) chemically bonded to water molecules

Other Words From

• non·hydrat·ed adjective
• un·hydrat·ed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of hydrated¹

First recorded in 1800–10; hydrate + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Also, bring buckets half full of water in your car, to keep the flowers hydrated during your drive home.

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He said he is working hard with Central Valley farmers to treat the animals — largely by making sure the cattle are adequately hydrated.

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“I try to stay inside and stay hydrated.”

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“You just have to drink more and stay more hydrated,” he said.

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One way to tell if you’re sufficiently hydrated is to pay attention to your urine.

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