humidifier

noun

hu·​mid·​i·​fi·​er hyü-ˈmi-də-ˌfī(-ə)r 

yü-

: a device for supplying or maintaining humidity

Examples of humidifier in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Exactly 100 percent of US imports for some very common household items — including hair curlers, ultrasonic humidifiers, alarm clocks, and yes, electric toasters — come from China, according to data from the US Census Bureau. —Adam Clark Estes, Vox, 17 Apr. 2025

Steam from a humidifier, a hot shower, or a warm, wet washcloth on your face for a short period can have a similar effect.6 5. —Lauren Schlanger, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2025

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

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for humidifier

• emulsifier
• identifier
• intensifier
• preamplifier
• acquire
• attire
• bonfire
• campfire
• ceasefire
• conspire
• desire
• enquire

Medical Definition

humidifier

noun

hu·​mid·​i·​fi·​er hyü-ˈmid-ə-ˌfī(-ə)r, yü- 

: a device for supplying or maintaining humidity