Meaning & Definition of word "Dried"
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Dried
/draɪd/
verb:
- 1. past tense of dry; to remove moisture from something.
- Example: After the clothes were dried, they smelled fresh and clean.
- 2. to become dry or to cause something to lose moisture.
- Example: The flowers dried in the sun, preserving their beauty.
adjective:
- 1. having had moisture removed; not wet.
- Example: She added dried herbs to the soup for extra flavor.
- 2. referring to food that has been dehydrated.
- Example: He snacked on dried fruits while hiking.
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'dry', from Old English 'drēogan'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dried up:
To become exhausted or depleted.
dried flowers:
Flowers that have been preserved by drying.
dried out:
To lose moisture or become less effective.
Related Words
dry:
Having little or no moisture.
desiccate:
To remove moisture from something.
Slang Meanings of dried
Meaning: Dried up.
Example Sentence: After that long meeting, my energy felt dried.