CEFR A2

drying

verb

Meaning

The process of removing moisture or liquid from something, especially by evaporation.

Examples

The drying time for the paint is about two hours.
She used a towel for drying her hair.

Synonyms: dehydrating, draining, drying out, drying

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drying (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈdraɪ.ɪŋ/

Definition

The process of removing moisture or liquid from something, especially by evaporation.

Examples

The drying time for the paint is about two hours.
She used a towel for drying her hair.
The machine speeds up the drying of clothes.

How to Use drying

drying agent (collocation): A substance that absorbs moisture. — "The package contained a small packet of drying agent to keep the contents fresh."
drying out (phrasal verb): To become completely dry, often after being very wet or to remove all moisture. — "The soil is drying out quickly in the summer heat."

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