dry kiln

American  

noun

1. an oven for the controlled drying and seasoning of cut lumber.

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dry kiln British  

noun

1. an oven in which cut timber is dried and seasoned

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Etymology

Origin of dry kiln

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

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dry kiln

The interior equipment for this type of dry kiln is arranged very similiar to that used in the Apartment kiln.

From Seasoning of Wood by Wagner, J. B. (Joseph Bernard)

It is possible to have an extremely rapid circulation of air within the dry kiln itself and yet have stagnation within the individual piles, the air passing chiefly through open spaces and channels.

From Seasoning of Wood by Wagner, J. B. (Joseph Bernard)

In the selection of this kind of dry kiln, consideration should be given to the question of ground space of sufficient length or dimension to accommodate a kiln of proper length for successful drying.

From Seasoning of Wood by Wagner, J. B. (Joseph Bernard)

Careful piling of the material to be dried, both in the yard and dry kiln, is essential to good results in drying.

From Seasoning of Wood by Wagner, J. B. (Joseph Bernard)

If the above instructions are carried out, the temperatures, humidities, and air circulation properly manipulated, there should be complete success in the handling of this type of dry kiln.

From Seasoning of Wood by Wagner, J. B. (Joseph Bernard)