Water retention, formally known as edema, is a symptom of a number of conditions including dehydration, constipation, hormonal changes, excess sodium in the diet, heart conditions and kidney problems.
dross. n. 1. Waste or impure matter: discarded the dross after recycling the wood pulp. 2. The scum that forms on the surface of molten metal as a result of oxidation. 3. Worthless, commonplace, or trivial matter: He was wide-awake and his mind worked clearly, purged of all dross (Vladimir Nabokov).
drench - force to drink. animal, animate being, beast, creature, fauna, brute - a living organism characterized by voluntary movement. cater, ply, provide, supply - give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance; The hostess provided lunch for all the guests.