electrolyte
noun/ɪˈlɛktrəˌlaɪt/
Frequency rank: #12,117 most common English word
Meaning
a substance that conducts electricity when dissolved in water, essential for bodily functions such as nerve and muscle activity.
Example sentence
After running the marathon, she drank sports drinks to replenish her electrolyte levels.
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