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DESICCATING

(adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Desiccating.

Desiccating - as an adjective satellite

Lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ariddesiccated

Desiccating - 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

"The desiccating heat of the desert made it unbearable to be outside."
"The desiccating wind dried out my skin and lips."
"The desiccating effect of salt water on wood caused the ship to deteriorate quickly."
"The desiccating atmosphere in the museum preserved the ancient artifacts."
"The desiccating air in the airplane cabin made my throat feel parched."
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Word Game Points

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

DESICCATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is DESICCATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, desiccating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DESICCATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is DESICCATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, desiccating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DESICCATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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