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moisten
moisten
verb moist·en \ˈmȯi-sən\
: to make (something) slightly wet : to make (something) moist
: to become slightly wet
moist·enedmoist·en·ing \ˈmȯis-niŋ, ˈmȯi-sən-iŋ\
Full Definition of MOISTEN
transitive verb
: to make moist
intransitive verb
: to become moist
— moist·en·er \ˈmȯis-nər, ˈmȯi-sən-ər\ noun
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Examples of MOISTEN
- Corn syrup can be used to moisten and flavor baked foods.
- The chemical reaction begins as soon as the powder is moistened.
First Known Use of MOISTEN
1580
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