water intoxication en · NOUN
Meanings
- (uncountable, usually) A potentially fatal disturbance in brain function that results when the normal balance of electrolytes in the body is pushed outside of safe limits by a very rapid intake of water.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| water intoxications | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
hyperhydration · water poisoning
Translations (2)
fi vesimyrkytys (potentially fatal disturbance in brain function) · hu vízmérgezés (potentially fatal disturbance in brain function)