drier


2dri·er

noun \ˈdrī(-ə)r\

Definition of DRIER

1
: something that extracts or absorbs moisture
2
: a substance that accelerates drying (as of oils, paints, and printing inks)
3
usually dryer : a device for drying

Variants of DRIER

dri·er or dry·er \ˈdrī(-ə)r\

First Known Use of DRIER

1528

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