exsiccate
verb (used with object)
to dry or remove the moisture from, as a substance.
exsiccation
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a word derived from
exsiccate.
Example Sentences
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The Flowers.—It has an exceedingly pleasant smell, which is improved by moderate exsiccation; the taste is sub-saline, and somewhat austere.
From The Botanist's Companion, Volume II by William Salisbury
He knew this, too, that bitter things are suitable; for to dry up wounds requires exsiccation.
From Complete Works of Plutarch — Volume 3: Essays and Miscellanies by Plutarch
It may now be expected that I should offer some opinion, as to the antiquity and race of this singular exsiccation.
From An Introduction to the mortuary customs of the North American Indians by H. C. (Harry Crécy) Yarrow
In spite of philosophy, I am rather ashamed of this unceremonious exsiccation of your financial river.
From Selected English Letters (XV - XIX Centuries) by H. Wragg
It may now be expected that I should offer some opinion as to the antiquity and race of this singular exsiccation.
From A Further Contribution to the Study of the Mortuary Customs of the North American Indians by H. C. (Harry Crécy) Yarrow
