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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The Basic Plan excludes common coverage items like your refrigerator and clothes washer / dryer, so most homeowners end up with the more comprehensive plan simply for that appliance coverage.
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Alora Bopray, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
The indictment claims Sun allegedly set up the dummy servers again, using a hair dryer to peel off labels and serial-number stickers, which was captured on surveillance cameras.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 22 Mar. 2026
The ground-level studio apartment, which serves as a deluxe guest suite, has its own kitchen, full bathroom, and washer/dryer unit.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026
Well, testing out this T3 dryer was a whole new drying experience.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2026
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Alora Bopray, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
The indictment claims Sun allegedly set up the dummy servers again, using a hair dryer to peel off labels and serial-number stickers, which was captured on surveillance cameras.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 22 Mar. 2026
The ground-level studio apartment, which serves as a deluxe guest suite, has its own kitchen, full bathroom, and washer/dryer unit.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026
Well, testing out this T3 dryer was a whole new drying experience.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2026
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“Dryer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dryer. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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