hydro

1 of 2

noun (1)

hy·​dro ˈhī-(ˌ)drō How to pronounce hydro (audio)
plural hydros
British
: an establishment offering hydropathic treatment (as for weight loss) : health spa

hydro

2 of 2

noun (2)

often attributive
: hydroelectric power

Examples of hydro in a Sentence

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Many in the area keep talking about who should own the hydro plant, Lange said. CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026 Constellation Energy is a diversified energy provider with a strong nuclear fleet alongside hydro, wind and solar assets. Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026 All hotel guests have complimentary access to the hydro circuit (though a reservation is required) which includes a steam room, dry sauna, and cold plunge. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026 Hall plans to build a home with its own hydro-electric dam, plumbing and electrical systems. Ryan Brennan april 15, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hydro

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

short for hydropathic establishment

Noun (2)

short for hydropower

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1882, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1916, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hydro was in 1882

Cite this Entry

“Hydro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hydro. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

hydro

noun
hy·​dro
ˈhī-drō
: hydroelectric power

Medical Definition

hydro

noun
hy·​dro ˈhī-(ˌ)drō How to pronounce hydro (audio)
plural hydros
British
: a hydropathic facility : spa
also : a hotel catering to people using such a facility
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