desiccant

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Pronunciation

• (British) IPA: /ˈdɛsɪkənt/

Noun

desiccant (plural desiccants)

1. A substance (such as calcium oxide or silica gel) that is used as a drying agent because of its high affinity for water.

Adjective

desiccant

1. Causing dryness.

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