dryer
noun
dry·er
variant spelling 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
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Just add a few dryer sheets between the folds of your bed linens so that your sheets, towels, and closet will be noticeably better smelling.
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Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Take a beat before reaching for your dryer, though.
—Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 10 Feb. 2026
The best time to use this spray is on wet hair before grabbing the blow dryer.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
There’s also an in-unit washer-dryer and a keylock private elevator entrance, which feels luxurious.
—Katie McDonough, Curbed, 9 Feb. 2026
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Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Take a beat before reaching for your dryer, though.
—Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 10 Feb. 2026
The best time to use this spray is on wet hair before grabbing the blow dryer.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
There’s also an in-unit washer-dryer and a keylock private elevator entrance, which feels luxurious.
—Katie McDonough, Curbed, 9 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for dryer
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“Dryer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dryer. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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