humidifier

noun

hu·​mid·​i·​fi·​er hyü-ˈmi-də-ˌfī(-ə)r How to pronounce humidifier (audio)
yü-
: a device for supplying or maintaining humidity

Examples of humidifier in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The humidifier will work with the SwitchBot S10 robot vacuum, which has the unique ability to refill the humidifier using its onboard water tank. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 9 Apr. 2024 The humidifier comes in three colors, including moonstruck, cream, and lavender. Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 21 Feb. 2024 It’s still wrapped in plastic — the combination of open cups and the humidifier is often risky. New York Times, 14 Mar. 2024 Investing in a humidifier, like the Aqua Oasis Cool Mist Humidifier. Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 10 Mar. 2024 Place a humidifier in your bedroom to keep the air moist. Madison Yauger, Health, 10 Mar. 2024 Ultrasonic humidifiers require distilled water but are quieter and require less maintenance than evaporative humidifiers. Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2024 For at-home remedies, Dasgupta recommends staying hydrated with water and herbal tea, using a humidifier to add moisture to the air, and taking throat lozenges to relieve irritation in the throat. Syeda Khaula Saad, Verywell Health, 6 Feb. 2024 Check out our picks for everything from picnic blankets to humidifiers. Laura Denby, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of humidifier was in 1884

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“Humidifier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/humidifier. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

Medical Definition

humidifier

noun
hu·​mid·​i·​fi·​er hyü-ˈmid-ə-ˌfī(-ə)r, yü- How to pronounce humidifier (audio)
: a device for supplying or maintaining humidity

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