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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Use a humidifier: Dry air in the home, especially at night, can increase the risk of dry mouth. Mark Gurarie, Health, 12 Jan. 2025 To create more humid conditions around your plants, place a humidifier nearby. Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025 In addition, having air humidifiers and purifiers can help circulate good quality air to minimize the risk of poor quality air that is directly breathed into the lungs. Omer Awan, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025 Here's how to relieve symptoms: Take pain or fever medications Use a room humidifier or take a hot shower to ease a sore throat and cough. Don Rauf, EverydayHealth.com, 9 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 22 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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