Synonyms of bone-drynext
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: very dry
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Lunar rocks and soil offered novel insights into the moon’s origin and composition, and more recent analysis of previously untouched Apollo samples, as well as samples retrieved by robotic missions, revealed the surprising discovery of water trapped in rocks thought to be bone-dry. Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026 Between freezing air outside and bone-dry heat indoors, moisture gets zapped fast, leaving behind frizz, static, and ends that feel crunchy. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Feb. 2026 If water continues to pool on top of bone-dry soil, then change the potting mix. Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026 These microorganisms can endure extreme heat and bone-dry conditions for years. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 1 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bone-dry

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of bone-dry was in the 15th century

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“Bone-dry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bone-dry. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.

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