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Meaning of dry
The primary meaning of the word "dry" is free from moisture or humidity.
Etymology of dry
The word "dry" has its roots in Old English "drīgan" which means to become dry, and is related to the Proto-Germanic word "drugiz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "dher-" which means to hold or support, but also has connections to the idea of being firm or solid, possibly implying a lack of moisture.
Synonyms
arid
barren
desiccated
parched
withered
shriveled
wilted
waterless
moistureless
dehydrated
desiccant
dusty
powdery
brittle
crisp
fragile
friable
sterile
unfertile
unproductive
barren
dryish
moistureless
rainless
airless
stale
musty
moldy
fusty
dampless
humidless
wetless
Definitions
- Free from moisture or humidity
- Not producing or containing milk
- Not producing or containing oil
- Free from interest or excitement
- Humorously sarcastic or ironic
Usage Examples
- The dry desert landscape stretched out before us.
- She had to dry her hair after the shower.
- The dry humor of the comedian had the audience laughing.
- The dry soil cracked underfoot due to the lack of rain.