dried
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/draɪd/
(dry)
free from moisture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dried' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'drygan,' where 'dry' meant 'free from moisture.'
Historical Evolution
'drygan' transformed into the Middle English word 'drien,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dry.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'free from moisture,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'dry'.
She dried her hair with a towel.
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Adjective 1
having had all moisture removed; no longer wet.
The dried leaves rustled in the wind.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41