moisten
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.moist·en
verb \ˈmȯi-sən\moist·enedmoist·en·ing \ˈmȯis-niŋ, ˈmȯi-sən-iŋ\
Definition of MOISTEN
transitive verb
: to make moist
intransitive verb
: to become moist
— moist·en·er \ˈmȯis-nər, ˈmȯi-sən-ər\ noun
See 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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