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hydrated

American  
[hahy-drey-tid] / ˈhaɪ dreɪ tɪd /

adjective

  1. chemically combined with water in its molecular form.

  2. (of paper pulp) beaten until gelatinous for making into water-resistant paper.


hydrated British  
/ ˈhaɪdreɪtɪd /

adjective

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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of hydrated

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

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In addition, the team found that each of the three moons has the same hydrated mineral that the team has not been able to identify.

From Science Daily Aug. 14, 2026

Despite the upcoming relief in SoCal, weather officials urge residents to remain vigilant throughout the week and stay hydrated.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 10, 2026

"Move immediately to a cool place, such as a designated cooling centre or a shaded area, and stay hydrated while resting," it advised.

From Barron's Aug. 2, 2026

Thousands of displaced residents are now staying in evacuation centres - though the challenge is to keep them cool and hydrated as the region battles sweltering heat.

From BBC Jul. 30, 2026

On one website, we find a list of supplies every dog walker should own: a spare leash, lots of baggies, and a reusable water bottle and plastic bowl to keep the dogs hydrated.

From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks

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