dehydration
UK: ˌdiːhaɪˈdreɪʃən | US: ˌdiːhaɪˈdreɪʃən
n. the process of losing or removing water from the body or a substance
n. a harmful reduction in the body's water content
dehydration = de<remove> + hydr<water> + ation<noun suffix>
- de (Latin prefix meaning "remove" or "reverse")
- hydr (from Greek hydor, meaning "water")
- ation (noun-forming suffix indicating a process or state)
Etymology Origin:
The word dehydration traces back to Greek hydor (water) combined with the Latin prefix de- (indicating removal). The suffix -ation turns the verb "dehydrate" into a noun, describing the process of water loss. This logical construction reflects scientific terminology, where prefixes and roots combine to describe precise states or actions.
Severe dehydration can lead to dizziness and fainting.
Athletes must drink fluids to avoid dehydration during long workouts.
The dehydration of fruits preserves them by removing moisture.
Symptoms of dehydration include dry mouth and fatigue.
The desert's extreme heat accelerates dehydration in travelers.