dehydration
/ˌdi haɪd ˈreɪ ʃən/
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Definition(s):
- (n) dryness resulting from the removal of water
- (n) depletion of bodily fluids
- (n) the process of extracting moisture
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Usage(s):
- He's released from hospital the following day after treatment for dehydration and sunburn, and taken into the care of his father's uncle, Lazaro Gonzalez.
- Lack of sleep and dehydration both tend to suppress your body's natural abilities to fight off illness.
- Severe dehydration can lead to shock, kidney failure and death.
Quotes
- "They took me in. They did everything from soup to nuts, and they find out it's dehydration," Calhoun said as he arrived at the Wachovia Center, where the Huskies were scheduled for a news conference later in the afternoon.on Mar 20, 2009 By: Jim Calhoun Source: Washington Post
- Roger's bandmate Pete Townsend said: "It has been established that Roger had alarmingly low sodium levels, leading to problematic dehydration. He has also contracted a viral infection. It was recommended he go into hospital and go on a drip for a...on Mar 20, 2007 By: Pete Townshend Source: 24dash.com
- "They thought that (diabetes) could be an option but it's unlikely. It's just probably a combination of...... dehydration and nerves," Taylor told reporters on Monday. "It's a mystery, I've never got this cramp before. It's just come on twice...on Jan 14, 2007 By: Ross Taylor Source: Reuters.uk
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