Greek and Latin Roots: Just Add Water

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dehydrate (v)

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to lose water or moisture; to become dry.

Example: Running a marathon without drinking water will likely dehydrate a runner.

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hydroelectric (adj)

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related to electricity that is made from the energy of falling water.

Example: Water that is released from the Bonneville Dam turns many turbines, large wheels, and makes hydroelectric energy.

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hydrant (n)

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an upright pipe with a spout, nozzle, or other outlet, usually in the street, for drawing water from a main pipe, especially for fighting fires.

Example: The firefighters hooked up a large hose to the fire hydrant and started to spray the burning house with water.

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aquatic (adj)

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living or taking place in water.

Example: Water polo is my favorite aquatic sport.

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aqueduct (n)

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a channel that has been built to carry water over long distances.

Example: Our drinking water is carried from the mountains through large aqueducts until it finally makes its way to us.

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aquarium (n)

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a glass tank or bowl in which fish or other aquatic animals live.

Example: He loved to sit and watch the fish swim back and forth in the aquarium.

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aquifer (n)

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an underground layer of rock that water continually moves through.

Example: The homesteaders dug their well right over the aquifer in order to get a clean and steady supply of water.

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marine (adj)

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related to the sea; existing in or produced by the sea.

Example: The oil spill near the Gulf Coast harmed many marine animals and plants.

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marina (n)

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a small harbor where small boats can dock.

Example: We looked out at the marina, watching the sail boats come and go.

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maritime (adj)

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on or near the sea.

Example: The Chesapeake Bay is known for its maritime industries such as fishing and crabbing.