Desiccant
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈdɛsɪkənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Desiccant is a noun meaning A substance (such as calcium oxide or silica gel) that is used as a drying agent because of its high affinity for water.
Meaning
A substance (such as calcium oxide or silica gel) that is used as a drying agent because of its high affinity for water.
More Meanings
- Causing dryness.
Word Forms
- desiccants
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dehumidifier, dehumidification, dehumidifiers, desiccative, desiccator, siccative.
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