diuretic

adjective

di·​uret·​ic ˌdī-yə-ˈre-tik How to pronounce diuretic (audio)
: tending to increase the excretion of urine
diuretic drugs
diuretic noun
diuretically adverb

Examples of diuretic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Caffeine does have a diuretic effect, increasing urination, but per the Mayo Clinic, most research has shown this effect is negligible. Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 28 Dec. 2023 One of the most common blood pressure medications is a diuretic or water pill. Michael Schuh Pharm.d., Anchorage Daily News, 2 Sep. 2023 Research has shown that taking a diuretic midday, instead of before bed, reduces nocturnal polyuria.8 Use an Antidiuretic Desmopressin, a neuropeptide that mimics the body's production of hormones like vasopressin, might treat nocturnal polyuria. Sarah Bradley, Health, 17 Nov. 2023 Cranberry juice, in contrast, has a slight diuretic effect and may help flush out excess water. 2. Amanda Gardner, Health, 28 Nov. 2023 Consuming Diuretic Foods Another natural method to aid in the clearance of delta-8 THC involves consuming diuretic foods. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 8 Aug. 2023 Pineapple Dig into a bowl of pineapple for some diuretic power via potassium and magnesium. Alyssa Jung, Good Housekeeping, 31 July 2023 Examples of diuretic medication include hydrochlorothiazide or furosemide. Michael Schuh Pharm.d., Anchorage Daily News, 2 Sep. 2023 Increase Fluid Intake: Alongside regular hydration, consuming diuretic beverages such as cranberry juice or herbal tea can help increase urine production and facilitate toxin removal. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 13 Aug. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English duretik, diuretic, from Late Latin diureticus, from Greek diourētikos, from diourein to urinate, from dia- + ourein to urinate — more at urine

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of diuretic was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Diuretic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/diuretic. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

diuretic

noun
di·​uret·​ic ˌdī-(y)ə-ˈret-ik How to pronounce diuretic (audio)
: a substance that increases the amount of urine produced by the body
diuretic adjective

Medical Definition

diuretic

1 of 2 adjective
di·​uret·​ic ˌdī-(y)ə-ˈret-ik How to pronounce diuretic (audio)
: tending to increase the excretion of urine
diuretically adverb

diuretic

2 of 2 noun
: an agent that increases the excretion of urine

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