kenogeny

/kɛnɒˈdʒɪni/

Definitions

1. noun

The process by which the body loses water through the skin, lungs, or other tissues, often due to a failure of the kidneys to concentrate the urine.

“The patient’s health declined due to dehydration caused by extensive kenogeny.”

Synonyms

  • dehydration
  • water loss

Antonyms

  • hydration
  • water retention