desiccant

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Noun desiccant has 1 sense

desiccant, drying agent, drier, sicative - a substance that promotes drying (e.g., calcium oxide absorbs water and is used to remove moisture)
--₁ is a kind of chemical agent

Derived form: verb desiccate₃

Definitions from the Web

Desiccant

noun

1. a substance used to absorb moisture and keep things dry.

Sample Sentences:

When storing electronic devices, it is recommended to include a desiccant to prevent moisture damage.
The desiccant in the packaging helped preserve the freshness of the food.

adjective

1. relating to or characteristic of a desert.

Sample Sentences:

The desiccant climate made it difficult for plants to thrive.
The explorers faced challenging conditions in the desiccant region.

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