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drying

The correct spelling is drying.

How to pronounce drying

verb

IPA: /ˈdɹaɪ.ɪŋ/

Say it like: Deei-ng

The correct spelling is drying. To lose moisture. For example: "The clothes dried on the line."

Usage Examples

The clothes dried on the line.

Devin dried her eyes with a handkerchief.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To lose moisture.
  2. 2.To remove moisture from.
  3. 3.To be thirsty.
  4. 4.To exhaust; to cause to run dry.
  5. 5.For an actor to forget his or her lines while performing.

noun

  1. 1.The act of drying.
  2. 2.A method of food preservation by removing water.

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