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

What’s the best humidifier for hard water to buy? —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026

By Meaghan Kenny and Kaitlyn McInnis July 27, 2025 This Mini Humidifier Fits in My Carry-On and Saves My Dry Skin On Trips Barely taller than my iPhone, the petite humidifier also relieves congestion and improves my sleep quality. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026

Depending on your water hardness, the humidifier will need a deep cleaning from time to time. —John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026

Here are the best humidifier descaling tricks to keep this appliance in tip-top shape. —Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for humidifier

• amplifier
• clarifier
• classifier
• gasifier
• magnifier
• modifier
• multiplier
• occupier
• pacifier
• purifier
• qualifier
• quantifier

Medical Definition

humidifier

noun

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

: a device for supplying or maintaining humidity