Dry (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Remove the moisture from and make dry; "dry clothes"; "dry hair".

Classification

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

Examples

• Hang the clothes outside to dry in the warm sun.
• She used a towel to dry her hair after the shower.
• You need to dry these flowers to preserve them for the craft.
• The heat from the radiator will help dry the wet shoes faster.
• Be sure to dry the dishes thoroughly to prevent water spots.

Synonyms

• Dry Out

Antonyms

• Wet

Hypernyms

• Alter
• Modify

Hyponyms

• Sear
• Dehydrate
• Desiccate
• Dry Up

Related Words

• Drier (noun)

Meaning ²

Become dry or drier; "The laundry dries in the sun".

Classification

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

Examples

• Water in the puddle starts to dry as the sun rises.
• The wet paint will dry faster if you use a fan to circulate the air.
• She left her shirt outside to dry after the accident.
• You need to dry your eyes with a clean towel.
• The soil will dry quickly if the plants don't receive enough rainfall.

Synonyms

• Dry Out

Hyponyms

• Dry Out

Related Words

• Drier (noun)