: a compound formed by the union of water with some other substance
hydrated; hydrating
1
: to cause to take up or combine with water or the elements of water
2
: to supply with ample fluid or moisture
hydrates and softens the skin
: to become a hydrate
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Verb
lotions and creams that hydrate the skin
Drink fluids to hydrate the body.
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Annie Blackman, Allure, 29 Nov. 2024
With botanical extracts, hyaluronic acid, and a calming dipeptide, this mask deeply hydrates, reduces redness, and relieves sensitivity—perfect for keeping skin balanced and healthy during long trips.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
For moisture, seek out ingredients like butters, oils, B vitamins, panthenol, and amino acids to deeply hydrate and soften the hair.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Each product boasts its own dose of magic; the Pro-Collagen Eye Renewal Cream tones and nourishes the delicate skin under and around your eyes and the Pro-Collagen Eye Revive Mask plumps, hydrates, and lifts skin for a rejuvenated vibe.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 29 Nov. 2024
With botanical extracts, hyaluronic acid, and a calming dipeptide, this mask deeply hydrates, reduces redness, and relieves sensitivity—perfect for keeping skin balanced and healthy during long trips.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Verb
Glowing Laneige Lip Balm for Daily Wear Treat yourself with this Laneige lip balm that moisturizes and hydrates your lips with every use.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
For moisture, seek out ingredients like butters, oils, B vitamins, panthenol, and amino acids to deeply hydrate and soften the hair.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Hydrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hydrate. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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hydrate
1 of 2 noun
hy·drate
ˈhī-ˌdrāt 
: a compound formed by the union of water with some other substance
a hydrate of copper sulfate
hydrate
2 of 2 verb
hydrated; hydrating
1
: to cause to take up or combine with water or the elements of water
2
: to supply with sufficient amounts of fluid or moisture
Medical Definition
hydrate
1 of 2 noun
hy·drate
ˈhī-ˌdrāt
: a compound (as Glauber's salt) formed by the union of water with some other substance
hydrate
2 of 2 verb
hydrated; hydrating
: to cause to take up or combine with water or the elements of water
: to become a hydrate
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