Spin-dry (Verb)
Meaning
Dry (clothes) by spinning and making use of centrifugal forces.
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The washing machine's spin-dry cycle was quite effective at removing excess water from the clothes.
- To remove as much water as possible from the clothes, you can use the spin-dry function on the washing machine.
- The spin-dry setting should be used for items that you don't want to subject to high heat drying.
- You can spin-dry the delicates in the washer to minimize water retention and prevent mildew growth.
- The machine will spin-dry your clothes quickly, making them easier to put in the dryer or hang to dry.