dryer

noun

dry·​er

variant spelling of drier

1
: something that extracts or absorbs moisture
2
: a substance that accelerates drying (as of oils, paints, and printing inks)
3
usually dryer : a device for drying

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Avoid using energy-intensive appliances or devices — If possible, hold off on using your washer, dryer, or other appliances that use a lot of electricity for a few days following the storm. Caitlin Ritchie, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Jan. 2025 Off the kitchen are a powder room and a laundry room with a sink and a washer and dryer. Angela Serratore, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025 Nichole Babbitt, the 41-year-old mom of four who has dealt with homelessness and addiction, is now able to comfortably wash her children's clothes with the donation of a washer and dryer. Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 1 Jan. 2025 Add a quick blast of cool air from your dryer once your hair is dry to set your style in place for an even longer-lasting hold. Erin Parker, Allure, 27 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dryer 

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“Dryer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dryer. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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dryer

variant of drier

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