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Definition of Siccative
1. Noun. A substance that promotes drying (e.g., calcium oxide absorbs water and is used to remove moisture).
Exact synonyms: Desiccant, Drier, Drying Agent
Generic synonyms: Chemical Agent
Derivative terms: Desiccate, Dry, Dry
Generic synonyms: Chemical Agent
Derivative terms: Desiccate, Dry, Dry
Definition of Siccative
1. a. Drying; causing to dry.
Definition of Siccative
1. Noun. drier, a catalyst used to promote drying. ¹
2. Adjective. causing or promoting drying ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Siccative
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Siccative
1. 1. Drying; removing moisture from surrounding substances. 2. A substance with such properties. Synonym: siccative. Origin: L. Siccans (-ant-), pres. P. Of sicco, pp. -atus, to dry (05 Mar 2000)
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