humidifier

noun

hu·​mid·​i·​fi·​er hyü-ˈmi-də-ˌfī(-ə)r How to pronounce humidifier (audio)
yü-
: a device for supplying or maintaining humidity

Examples of humidifier in a Sentence

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Keep your skin moisturized by using a cool-mist humidifier, especially in the winter months when the heat of a furnace or fireplace can make all skin types susceptible to dryness. Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 22 Jan. 2025 Pelonis Warm Mist Humidifier To soften the air and breathe easy all winter, consider this warm mist humidifier from Pelonis. Miles Walls, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024 Similar to cooking, the steam from the water travels throughout the home to raise levels exactly how a humidifier would. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024 Use a humidifier: Dry air in the home, especially at night, can increase the risk of dry mouth. Mark Gurarie, Health, 12 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for humidifier 

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of humidifier was in 1884

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“Humidifier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/humidifier. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.

Medical Definition

humidifier

noun
hu·​mid·​i·​fi·​er hyü-ˈmid-ə-ˌfī(-ə)r, yü- How to pronounce humidifier (audio)
: a device for supplying or maintaining humidity

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