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DESICCATES

(adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Desiccates.

Desiccates - as an adjective satellite

Lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless

Example: "A technically perfect but arid performance of the sonata"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ariddesiccated

Desiccates - as a verb

Preserve by removing all water and liquids from

Example: "Carry dehydrated food on your camping trip"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dehydrate

Remove water from

Example: "All this exercise and sweating has dehydrated me"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dehydrate

Lose water or moisture

Example: "In the desert, you get dehydrated very quickly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dehydratedry upexsiccate

Example Sentences

"Leaving the bread out in the open air desiccates it, making it stale."
"The scorching sun desiccates the soil, leaving it dry and barren."
"The desert climate desiccates plants, causing them to wither and die."
"The dehumidifier in the basement desiccates the air, preventing mold growth."
"The salt in the jerky desiccates the meat, preserving it for long periods."
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Word Game Points

Is DESICCATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, desiccates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DESICCATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is DESICCATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, desiccates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DESICCATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is DESICCATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, desiccates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DESICCATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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