humidity
noun
hu·mid·i·ty
hyü-ˈmi-də-tē 
yü-
plural humidities
: a moderate degree of wetness especially of the atmosphere compare relative humidity
Examples of humidity in a Sentence
the humidity of the region
It's not the heat that will get you—it's the humidity.
The temperature is 67 degrees with humidity at 75 percent.
an area of low humidity
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Most crawl spaces need a dehumidifier and vapor barriers installed to keep humidity to a minimum before they are closed up.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2024
Brown leaf tips can be a sign the leaves are drying out and the plant needs more humidity.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Dec. 2024
With such slight humidity, the natural moisture in your skin and body evaporates rapidly.
—Sara Button, AFAR Media, 19 Dec. 2024
Low humidity levels during the night can prevent fires from slowing down as expected, forcing firefighters to continue battling flames without relief, Crimmins said.
—Skylar Heisey, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2024
Brown leaf tips can be a sign the leaves are drying out and the plant needs more humidity.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Dec. 2024
With such slight humidity, the natural moisture in your skin and body evaporates rapidly.
—Sara Button, AFAR Media, 19 Dec. 2024
Low humidity levels during the night can prevent fires from slowing down as expected, forcing firefighters to continue battling flames without relief, Crimmins said.
—Skylar Heisey, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Humidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/humidity. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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humidity
noun
hu·mid·i·ty
hyü-ˈmid-ət-ē
yü-
plural humidities
Medical Definition
humidity
noun
hu·mid·i·ty
hyü-ˈmid-ət-ē, yü-
plural humidities
: a moderate degree of wetness especially of the atmosphere see absolute humidity, relative humidity
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