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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

desiccate

/dɪˈsɪkeɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does desiccate mean?

verb

to dry out or cause to dry out, especially by removing moisture from the air; to make something dry and brittle.

Example

"The dry spell desiccated the crops, leaving them withered and lifeless."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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