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Noun — A chemical compound that has water molecules bound into its structure.

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How to use hydrate

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hydrate the skin stay hydrated hydrate before exercise

Etymology

From French hydrate, built from the Greek word hydor ("water") plus the chemical suffix "-ate."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hydrate” mean?

The word “hydrate” means a chemical compound that has water molecules bound into its structure. In plain terms, to take in water, or a compound that has water chemically bound within it.

How do you pronounce “hydrate”?

“Hydrate” is pronounced heye-DRAYT (/haɪˈdɹeɪt/ in IPA).

How do you use “hydrate” in a sentence?

Here is “hydrate” used in a sentence: “Copper sulfate hydrate turns blue when it absorbs water.”

What part of speech is “hydrate”?

Depending on how it is used, “hydrate” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “hydrate” come from?

The word “hydrate” comes from French. From French hydrate, built from the Greek word hydor ("water") plus the chemical suffix "-ate.".

How many meanings does “hydrate” have?

“Hydrate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a chemical compound that has water molecules bound into its structure.

Related words

caffeinate water of crystallization

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