DRYING
(adj., noun, adj.sat, verb)Definitions
There are 19 meanings of the word
Drying.
Drying - as an adjective
Free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
Example: "Dry land"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
Opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages
Example: "The dry vote led by preachers and bootleggers"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
(of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation
Example: "A dry white burgundy"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
Drying - as a noun
Drying - as an adjective satellite
Not shedding tears
Example: "Dry sobs"
Lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless
Example: "A dry book"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones
Example: "Dry weight"
Unproductive especially of the expected results
Example: "A dry run"
Having no adornment or coloration
Example: "Dry facts"
(of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish
Example: "Dry toast"
Having a large proportion of strong liquor
Example: "A very dry martini is almost straight gin"
Lacking warmth or emotional involvement
Example: "A dry greeting"
Practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages
Example: "He's been dry for ten years"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Drying - as a verb
Remove the moisture from and make dry
Example: "Dry clothes"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
Example Sentences
"The drying clothes hung on the line."
"She used a drying towel to dry off her hair."
"The drying paint had a strong odor."
"I need to buy a new drying rack for my laundry."
"The drying process took longer than expected."
Word Game Points
Is DRYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, drying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DRYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is DRYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, drying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDRYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is DRYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, drying is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDRYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.