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to dehydrate
01
to remove water from a substance, often causing it to become dry
Transitive: to dehydrate sth
Example
The air conditioning system was unintentionally dehydrating the indoor air.
The heat is currently dehydrating the wet clothes on the clothesline.
In the desert, the intense heat dehydrated the soil.
02
to remove moisture from something, such as food, to preserve it for longer storage
Transitive: to dehydrate food
Example
We dehydrate apple slices every summer for crunchy snacks during hikes.
She has been dehydrating garden herbs to use in cooking throughout the year.
The company dehydrates a variety of fruits and vegetables for nutritious snacks.
03
to lose a large amount of fluid through urinating, vomiting, or intense physical activity
Intransitive
Example
After running a marathon in the hot sun without adequate hydration, he began to dehydrate.
The athlete pushed herself to her limits during the intense training session, causing her to dehydrate rapidly.
During his illness, he became nauseous and began to vomit, causing him to dehydrate.
04
(chemistry) to lose water molecules during a chemical reaction
Intransitive
Example
When excess water is removed, cement can dehydrate, leading to a loss of strength and durability.
