Hydration: meaning, definitions and examples
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hydration
[ ˌhʌɪˈdreɪʃən ]
health
The process of providing an adequate amount of fluid to the body to maintain optimal function and health. Hydration is essential for proper digestion, circulation, and overall well-being.
Synonyms
fluid intake, moisture, rehydration
Examples of usage
- Staying hydrated throughout the day is important for cognitive function.
- Hydration is key for athletes to perform at their best.
- Remember to prioritize hydration, especially in hot weather.
Translations
Translations of the word "hydration" in other languages:
🇵🇹 hidratação
🇮🇳 हाइड्रेशन
🇩🇪 Hydratation
🇮🇩 hidrasi
🇺🇦 гідратація
🇵🇱 nawodnienie
🇯🇵 水分補給 (suibun hokyū)
🇫🇷 hydratation
🇪🇸 hidratación
🇹🇷 hidratasyon
🇰🇷 수분 보충 (subun bochung)
🇸🇦 ترطيب (tarṭīb)
🇨🇿 hydratace
🇸🇰 hydratácia
🇨🇳 水合 (shuǐhé)
🇸🇮 hidratacija
🇮🇸 vökvun
🇰🇿 гидратация
🇬🇪 ჰიდრატაცია (hidratatsia)
🇦🇿 nəmləndirmə
🇲🇽 hidratación
Etymology
The word 'hydration' originated from the Greek word 'hydor,' meaning water, combined with the suffix '-ation,' indicating a process or action. The concept of hydration has been recognized throughout history as essential for health and well-being, with practices varying across cultures and time periods.
See also: dehydrate, dehydrated, dehydration, rehydrate, rehydration.