Dew

/djuː/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night or in the early morning.

The grass was covered in dew, glistening in the morning sunlight.

Water condensation that collects on surfaces under specific atmospheric conditions.

After the rain, the dew on the leaves made the garden look fresh and vibrant.

A refreshing or cool quality resembling that of early morning dew.

The dew of early spring gave the air a crispness that was invigorating.

Old English 'dēaw', akin to Old High German 'tiau', meaning ‘dew’.

dew point

The temperature at which air becomes saturated with moisture, leading to dew formation.

dew drop

A small drop of dew.

fresh as dew

Referring to something that is fresh and invigorating.

condensation

The process by which water vapor becomes liquid.

humidity

The amount of water vapor present in the air.

moisture

Water content in the air or on surfaces.

Dew refers to the freshness or newness of something.

That vibe is so dew, it feels brand new!

Dew can also be used to refer to a morning after a party.

I woke up to some serious dew from last night’s festivities.