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desiccative

/ˈdɛsɪkətɪv/

desiccativenoun

desiccatives

/dɪˈsɪk.ə.tɪv/

Rare/technical: a drying agent.

Definitions

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

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

Synonyms

drying agent (chemical)

moisture absorber

drying agent

desiccativeadjective

more desiccative

Comp.

most desiccative

Super.

/ˈdɛsɪkətɪv/

Translations

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

Высушивающие свойства вещества делают его идеальным для сохранения продуктов.

Definitions

Causing or tending to cause drying or dehydration.

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

Synonyms