: dry to such a degree that no further moisture is given up on exposure to air
air-dried; air-drying; air-dries
: to dry by exposure to air
: to become dry by exposure to air
Examples of air-dry in a Sentence
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Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 12 Sep. 2024
Some people prefer heavier towels that feel soft and plush; others prioritize lightweight fabrics like linen that air-dry quickly.
—Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2024
Women's Health, 23 Feb. 2023
The piece consists of 38 small sculptures, each on its own shelf, each sculpted out of air-dry clay.
—Robert Boyd, Chron, 22 Feb. 2023
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Adjective
If your hair is prone to frizz, consider an air-dry cream (like Hershesons Almost Everything Cream, £14) to keep the fringe from lifting in the humidity or rain.
—Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 12 Sep. 2024
Some people prefer heavier towels that feel soft and plush; others prioritize lightweight fabrics like linen that air-dry quickly.
—Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2024
Verb
Be sure to air-dry the topper before making your bed.
—Women's Health, 23 Feb. 2023
The piece consists of 38 small sculptures, each on its own shelf, each sculpted out of air-dry clay.
—Robert Boyd, Chron, 22 Feb. 2023
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“Air-dry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/air-dry. Accessed 30 Sep. 2024.
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