waterlog

verb

wa·​ter·​log ˈwȯ-tər-ˌlȯg How to pronounce waterlog (audio)
-ˌläg,
ˈwä-
waterlogged; waterlogging; waterlogs

Examples of waterlog in a Sentence

the wood was too waterlogged by the downpour to be used for a fire
Recent Examples on the Web Working one at a time, hold slices of bread under running water very briefly to soften (be careful not to waterlog or make soggy). Bon Appetit, 19 Aug. 2017

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Word History

Etymology

back-formation from waterlogged

First Known Use

1759, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of waterlog was in 1759

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Cite this Entry

“Waterlog.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waterlog. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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