moist (A2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /mɔɪst/
Definition
Slightly wet or damp.
Examples
The soil in the garden was still moist from the morning dew.
Her eyes were moist with unshed tears.
How to Use moist
- moist soil (collocation)
- Soil that contains a noticeable amount of water. — "Keep the soil moist for the seedlings."
- moist air (collocation)
- Air containing a significant amount of water vapor. — "The moist air felt heavy on our skin."
- moist cloth (collocation)
- A piece of fabric that is slightly wet. — "He used a moist cloth to wipe his brow."
- moist cake (collocation)
- A cake that is soft and has a pleasant level of moisture. — "The baker is known for her incredibly moist chocolate cake."
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