dryer

noun

dry·er

variant spelling of drier

: something that extracts or absorbs moisture

: a substance that accelerates drying (as of oils, paints, and printing inks)

usually dryer : a device for drying

Examples of dryer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Canvas is a highly shrink-prone material because the heat from a dryer can cause irreversible shrinkage even at its lowest setting. —

Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024 Yes, but: The home does not come with a stove, dishwasher, washer or dryer. —

Joe Guillen, Axios, 24 Oct. 2024 Gallegos lived in the neighborhood and was at the girl's home the previous weekend to help install a washer and dryer, the girl's mother reportedly told investigators. —

Louis Casiano, Fox News, 23 Oct. 2024 The easy-to-clean material holds up over multiple washes and dryer cycles, according to users, so there's no need to worry about fading. —

Toni Sutton, People.com, 19 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dryer

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