humidify
verb (used with object)
to make humid.
humidifying
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present participleof humidify.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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They also implemented measures like humidifying the area to "prevent secondary accidents during the rescue".
From BBC ● May 4, 2026
This natural humidifying system arises from the increased perimeter of the nose bones in arctic seals, the team reports, like jagged coastlines with many bays and ports.
From Science Magazine ● Dec. 14, 2023
The processes of warming, humidifying, and removing particles are important protective mechanisms that prevent damage to the trachea and lungs.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
A computer-controlled system pulls in outside air, which industrial-sized wall fans blow across a humidifying pad.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 26, 2021
The Humanrace products, a powder cleanser, lotus enzyme exfoliator and humidifying cream are described on the website as being for “every individual,” subtly avoiding any pronoun definition.
From The Guardian ● Nov. 17, 2020
