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Desiccate (Verb)

Remove water from; "All this exercise and sweating has dehydrated me".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The dry heat of the desert began to desiccate my skin, making every movement painful.
Over time, the sun will desiccate the once lush plants, turning them into brittle husks.
Leaving the mushroom out in the open has allowed the air to desiccate it completely.
After several weeks without rain, the desiccate earth cracked beneath my feet as I walked.
The combination of salt and heat worked to desiccate the meat, preserving it for future meals.

Preserve by removing all water and liquids from; "carry dehydrated food on your camping trip".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

To desiccate fruits and vegetables, people often use food dehydrators with multiple temperature settings.
The dry Mediterranean climate can desiccate plants and crops if proper irrigation is not used.
In order to desiccate the soil samples, the geologist carefully placed them in the laboratory oven.
The pharmaceutical company's desiccate storage room maintains a strict environment with controlled humidity.
The freeze-drying process helps to desiccate food items without damaging their flavor or nutritional value.

Lose water or moisture; "In the desert, you get dehydrated very quickly".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The intense heat of the desert will desiccate even the hardiest of plants if not given proper care.
As she walked through the arid landscape, she realized the extreme dryness would desiccate her skin if she didn't reapply sunscreen and moisturizer frequently.
Leaving the succulents without water for months would surely desiccate them, making it difficult to revive them.
In the dry air of the airplane cabin, your skin and lips can desiccate quickly if you don't stay hydrated.
If not stored properly, the fruit can desiccate and become inedible within a few days of purchase.