humidifier

noun

hu·​mid·​i·​fi·​er hyü-ˈmi-də-ˌfī(-ə)r How to pronounce humidifier (audio)
yü-
: a device for supplying or maintaining humidity

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Her pre-show routine includes making breakfast sandwiches and juice mocktails for everyone, making use of the many candles and humidifiers in her home, and throwing on some Cleo Soul to set the mood for a calm atmosphere. Cierra Black, Essence, 11 June 2025 Bissell's viral Little Green Machine upholstery cleaner and Canopy's bedside humidifier, which will both come in handy this allergy season. Sarah Felbin, SELF, 23 May 2025 The space has both humidifiers, dehumidifiers and fans to keep the temperature as close to 60% humidity as possible. Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2025 The event also featured an auction with items including a designer cigar humidifier, a guitar signed by Kevin Costner and another guitar signed by Sting (the latter went for $28,000). Alex Ritman, Variety, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for humidifier

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of humidifier was in 1884

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“Humidifier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/humidifier. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

Medical Definition

humidifier

noun
hu·​mid·​i·​fi·​er hyü-ˈmid-ə-ˌfī(-ə)r, yü- How to pronounce humidifier (audio)
: a device for supplying or maintaining humidity

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