hydrate

hydrate definition - medical

hy·drate (hīˈdrātˌ)

noun
A solid compound containing water molecules combined in a definite ratio as an integral part of a crystal.
verb
  1. To rehydrate.
  2. To supply water to a person or thing in order to restore or maintain fluid balance.

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