moisture

American  

[mois-cher] / ˈmɔɪs tʃər /

noun

1. condensed or diffused liquid, especially water.

   moisture in the air.

2. a small quantity of liquid, especially water; enough liquid to moisten.

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moisture British  

/ ˈmɔɪstʃə /

noun

1. water or other liquid diffused as vapour or condensed on or in objects

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Other Word Forms

• moistureless adjective

Etymology

Origin of moisture

1325–75; Middle English; moist, -ure; compare Middle French moistour

Example Sentences

Climate change has also increased the intensity of storms, and produced more heavy rain events because a warmer atmosphere holds more moisture.

From Barron's

A warmer climate holds more moisture, producing more intense rain events, while warmer oceans can turbocharge the strength of storm systems.

From Barron's

This allows the moisture to come out of the sprout and not get trapped in the leaves while cooking.

From Salon

California depends on just a few strong atmospheric river storms to provide moisture; as little as five to seven can end up being responsible for more than half of the year’s water supply, he said.

From Los Angeles Times

For example, in the rare case that contractors do too good a job insulating and sealing your home, you might need an air-exchange system to avoid moisture buildup.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• fog
• humidity
• mist
• perspiration
• precipitation
• rain
• sweat
• water