moisten

verb

moist·​en ˈmȯi-sᵊn How to pronounce moisten (audio)
moistened; moistening ˈmȯis-niŋ How to pronounce moisten (audio)
ˈmȯi-sᵊn-iŋ

intransitive verb

: to become moist
moistener
ˈmȯis-nər How to pronounce moisten (audio)
ˈmȯi-sᵊn-ər
noun

Examples of moisten in a Sentence

Corn syrup can be used to moisten and flavor baked foods. The chemical reaction begins as soon as the powder is moistened.
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Zwilling drip coffee maker that has a showerhead designed to moisten coffee grounds thoroughly and evenly, resulting in smoother and richer coffee. Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024 But there are many ways to moisten your Thanksgiving meal with gravy without introducing any animal products to the plate. Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 24 Nov. 2024 After carving, drizzle some hot chicken broth over breast slices to moisten them before serving. Annie Krumhardt Peterson, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024 It can also be used in baking to moisten muffins, cakes, and more. Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Health, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for moisten 

Word History

First Known Use

1559, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

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The first known use of moisten was in 1559

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“Moisten.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisten. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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moisten

verb
moist·​en ˈmȯis-ᵊn How to pronounce moisten (audio)
moistened; moistening ˈmȯis-niŋ How to pronounce moisten (audio)
-ᵊn-iŋ
: to make or become moist
moistener
ˈmȯis-nər How to pronounce moisten (audio)
-ᵊn-ər
noun

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