# hydrant vs hydrate

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### hydrant
*noun · IPA /ˈhaɪdɹənt/ · frequency rank #41,185*
An outlet from a liquid/fluid main often consisting of an upright pipe with a valve attached from which fluid (e.g. water or fuel) can be tapped.

### hydrate
*noun · IPA /haɪˈdɹeɪt/ · frequency rank #27,875*
A solid compound containing or linked to water molecules.

## Source
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