: dry to such a degree that no further moisture is given up on exposure to air
air-dried; air-drying; air-dries
: to dry by exposure to air
: to become dry by exposure to air
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Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 11 July 2025
The all-in-one smart dock can auto-empty the vacuum for up to seven weeks and wash and air-dry the mop pads, too.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2025
Women's Health, 23 Feb. 2023
The piece consists of 38 small sculptures, each on its own shelf, each sculpted out of air-dry clay.
—Robert Boyd, Chron, 22 Feb. 2023
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Adjective
Applying a nourishing air-dry cream or leave-in conditioner is key to protecting strands and preventing frizz, especially if your hair tends to tangle easily.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 11 July 2025
The all-in-one smart dock can auto-empty the vacuum for up to seven weeks and wash and air-dry the mop pads, too.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2025
Verb
Be sure to air-dry the topper before making your bed.
—Women's Health, 23 Feb. 2023
The piece consists of 38 small sculptures, each on its own shelf, each sculpted out of air-dry clay.
—Robert Boyd, Chron, 22 Feb. 2023
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“Air-dry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/air-dry. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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