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desiccative

/ˈdɛsɪkətɪv/

Translations

desiccativenoun

desiccatives

/dɪˈsɪk.ə.tɪv/

Rare/technical: a drying agent.

Synonyms

drying agent (chemical)

moisture absorber

drying agent

desiccativeadjective

more desiccative

Comp.

most desiccative

Super.

/ˈdɛsɪkətɪv/

The desiccative properties of the substance make it ideal for preserving food.

Высушивающие свойства вещества делают его идеальным для сохранения продуктов.

Synonyms

desiccativenoun

A substance or agent that removes moisture; a drying agent; a desiccant.

Silica gel is widely used as a desiccative in packaged goods.

desiccativeadjective

Causing or tending to cause drying or dehydration.

The desiccative properties of the chemical made it ideal for preserving the specimen.