Dehydration: Excessive loss of body water. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract that cause vomiting or diarrhea may lead to dehydration. There are a number of other causes of dehydration including heat exposure, prolonged vigorous exercise, kidney disease, and medications that cause voiding (diuretics). One clue to dehydration is a rapid drop in weight. A loss of over 10% (15 pounds in a person weighing 150 pounds) is considered severe.
The name Lucas is of Greek origin, and is used in more than one countries and different languages of the world, especially Dutch speaking countries, English speaking countries, French speaking countries, Greek speaking countries, Persian speaking countries, Spanish speaking countries among others.
English Meaning: The name Lucas is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Lucas is: Form of Luke: light; illumination. Greek Meaning: The name Lucas is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Lucas is: Light giving. From Lucania (Lucania was a district of ancient Italy). Latin Meaning: The name Lucas is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Lucas is: Form of Luke 'light; illumination.