Definition

A device or machine that removes moisture from food or other materials to preserve them.

Example

We used a dehydrator to make dried fruit snacks for the trip.

Conversation

Have you ever used a dehydrator for making snacks?

Yeah, I tried it last summer and it was so much fun!

I want to make some dried fruit; I heard a dehydrator is perfect for that.

Definitely! It's a great way to preserve food and make healthy treats.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dehydrator → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "hydrator" (from "hydra" meaning water and "-ator" meaning one who). The word describes a device that removes water from something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing water' ('de-' means away and 'hydra' means water) — that's what a dehydrator does.

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