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moist

The correct spelling is moist.

How to pronounce moist

/mɔɪst/
verb

IPA: /mɔɪst/

Say it like: Moy-st

The correct spelling is moist. To moisten.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To moisten.

adjective

  1. 1.Slightly wet; characterised by the presence of moisture, not dry; damp.
  2. 2.Of eyes: tearful, wet with tears.
  3. 3.Of weather, climate etc.: rainy, damp.
  4. 4.Pertaining to one of the four essential qualities formerly believed to be present in all things, characterised by wetness.
  5. 5.Watery, liquid, fluid.

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