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Definition of Desiccant

1. Noun. A substance that promotes drying (e.g., calcium oxide absorbs water and is used to remove moisture).

Definition of Desiccant

1. a. Drying; desiccative.

Definition of Desiccant

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

2. Adjective. Causing dryness ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Desiccant

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Desiccant

1. Drying; desiccative. A medicine or application for drying up a sore. Origin: L. Desiccans, p. Pr. Of desiccare. See Desiccate. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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