desiccant

noun

des·​ic·​cant ˈde-si-kənt How to pronounce desiccant (audio)
: a drying agent (such as calcium chloride)

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Tips for Protecting Clothes in the Garage In a humid climate, Hargrove suggests adding desiccant packs to storage bins to keep clothing dry. Barbara Bellesi Zito, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2024 Meanwhile, the twist-locking lid, sealing strip, and included desiccant pack keep the kibble inside fresh. Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2024 The technology in question is called Helix Micra and is a filtration system that consists of the company’s proprietary filters and liquid desiccants. New Atlas, 14 Aug. 2024 The three main types of dehumidifiers homeowners choose from when deciding how to address high-humidity problems at home are refrigerant, desiccant, and whole-house dehumidifiers. Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for desiccant 

Word History

First Known Use

1676, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of desiccant was in 1676

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“Desiccant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/desiccant. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

desiccant

1 of 2 adjective
des·​ic·​cant ˈdes-i-kənt How to pronounce desiccant (audio)
: tending to dry or desiccate

desiccant

2 of 2 noun
: a drying agent (as calcium chloride)
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