Word Meaning

hydrate definition and meaning

n. A compound formed by the union of water with some other substance, generally forming a neutral body, as certain crystallized salts.
n. A substance which does not contain water as such, but has its constituents (hydrogen, oxygen, hydroxyl) so arranged that water may be eliminated; hence, a derivative of, or compound with, hydroxyl; hydroxide; as, ethyl hydrate, or common alcohol; calcium hydrate, or slaked lime.
v. t. To form into a hydrate; to combine with water.

Crossword clues for hydrate

- Dry heat made us moisten with water
- Moisturise skin
- Supply with water