Exsiccative
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Exsiccative is an adjective meaning A substance that causes drying.
Meaning
A substance that causes drying.
More Meanings
- (archaic) Tending to make dry; having the power of drying.
Example Sentences
an exsiccative effect
an exsiccative poison
an exsiccative remedy
Word Forms
- exsiccatives
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include driable, excretive, exhalable, evaporable, dryable, dehydratable.
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