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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Facial mists and small desk humidifiers can also help. Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026 This travel humidifier uses a standard water bottle as its reservoir, which cuts down on its weight to make packing easier. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026 White noise machines and humidifiers are frequently available, along with extra blankets, air purifiers, and blackout curtains or sleep masks. Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2026 The PureGuardian humidifier also has an aromatherapy tray for your favorite essential oils. Claire Peltier, ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026 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 Apr. 2026.

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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