Moistening
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Moistening is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of moisten.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of moisten.
More Meanings
- The act of making something moist.
Example Sentences
In all slight and superficial galls, two or three moistenings of the part with cold vinegar will allay the inflammation, and harden the surface[…]
Word Forms
- moistenings
Synonyms for moistening
Depending on context, synonyms include dampening.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dampening, moisturization, mundification, freshening, tightening, wetting.
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