dehumidifier

[ dee-hyoo-mid-uh-fahy-er, or, often, -yoo- ]

/ ˌdi hyuˈmɪd əˌfaɪ ər, or, often, -yu- /

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noun

an appliance for removing moisture from the air, as for lowering the humidity in a storage room.

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Origin of dehumidifier

First recorded in 1920–25; de- + humidifier

Words nearby dehumidifier

dehort, Dehra Dun, dehull, dehumanization, dehumanize, dehumidifier, dehumidify, dehydrase, dehydratase, dehydrate, dehydration

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How to use dehumidifier in a sentence

However, it also provides premium features like four-way air deflection for targeted airflow, a dehumidifier setting, and fan-only mode.
Best window air conditioner to weather the seasons|Irena Collaku|July 28, 2021|Popular-Science
Another way to save money on a window air conditioner is to skip fancy features like voice control, WiFi connectivity, and extra modes like a dehumidifier or fan-only settings.
Best window air conditioner to weather the seasons|Irena Collaku|July 28, 2021|Popular-Science
Some models of portable air conditioners include not only cooling but heating features—others can also be used as dehumidifiers and air ionizers for purification.
Best portable air conditioner: Cool off where you need it most|Eric Alt|December 17, 2020|Popular-Science
With three versatile operational modes, the portable unit performs as an air conditioner, dehumidifier, and fan.
Best portable air conditioner: Cool off where you need it most|Eric Alt|December 17, 2020|Popular-Science

Dehumidifier and humidifier filtersA quick cleaning will fix most clogged filters on a dehumidifier or humidifier and keep your machine humming along.
When to replace smoke detectors, sponges, pillows and more, according to experts|Daniel Bortz|November 10, 2020|Washington Post
I'm sweating so hard my dehumidifier is humming like a Callistan honey lizard.
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British Dictionary definitions for dehumidifier

dehumidifier

/ (ˌdiːhjuːˈmɪdɪˌfaɪə) /

noun

a device for reducing the moisture content of the atmosphere

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Scientific definitions for dehumidifier

dehumidifier

[ dē′hyōō-mĭd′ə-fī′ər ]

A device used to remove water vapor from the air, thereby lowering the humidity of the air.