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DEHYDRATED
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Preserved by removing natural moisture
Example:
shredded and desiccated coconut meat
Synonyms:
dehydrated; desiccated; dried
Classified under:
Similar:
preserved (prevented from decaying or spoiling and prepared for future use)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Suffering from excessive loss of water from the body
Example:
was dehydrated after the marathon
Classified under:
Similar:
unhealthy (not in or exhibiting good health in body or mind)
II. (verb)
Sense 1
Past simple / past participle of the verb dehydrate