humidify
Americanverb (used with object)
verb
Other Word Forms
- humidification noun
- unhumidified adjective
- unhumidifying adjective
Etymology
Origin of humidify
Example Sentences
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The system boasted heat and flame detectors, fire retardant, a 2,500-gallon sprinkler system to soak the property and humidify the air for an hour, and autonomy from the power grid.
From Los Angeles Times
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
The researchers pinched the vocal cords together and pumped warm, humidified air through them.
From Science Magazine
In a hot and humidified greenhouse, Dr Aaron Davis parts the branches on a lanky plant to reveal a cluster of dark red berries.
From BBC
There are newer models that can deliver heated or humidified air, depending on the patient’s preferences, and there are small travel models as well.
From New York Times
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