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

The disease is not contagious from person to person, and is typically contracted from sources such as cooling towers, plumbing systems, whirlpool spas, hot tubs, humidifiers, and large air conditioning system condensers. —Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025

Staying hydrated, using saline sprays or humidifiers, and getting plenty of rest can support healing and make cold symptoms more manageable without medication. —Karen Berger, Verywell Health, 29 July 2025

Simple home remedies like drinking more fluids, avoiding irritants like smoke, and using a humidifier may help reduce excess throat mucus. —Lindsay Curtis, Health, 27 July 2025

If your dryness sets in at night or is the worst first thing in the morning, try snoozing with a humidifier. —Amy Marturana Winderl, SELF, 8 July 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