dehydrate
verb (used with object)
to deprive (a chemical compound) of water or the elements of water.
dehydrating
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present participleof dehydrate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Standard electron microscopy commonly involves chemically fixing and dehydrating tissue, steps that can alter the structures scientists are trying to observe.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 17, 2026
The “How to” sections on such topics as infusing butter, dehydrating fruit and assembling a layer cake are helpful supplements to the book’s occasionally complex recipes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
For those who do head out to eat, the health ministry has issued some advice: to choose pasta over meat, and switch dehydrating coffee or cold beer for a glass of water.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
Every trip requires McBride, 43, to undergo a special regimen, dehydrating himself so he won’t have to use the bathroom in flight.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 15, 2026
The contagion caused severe diarrhea, dehydrating the body so that blood thickened; sufferers’ skin turned dark blue.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
