kiln-dried

[ kil-drahyd, kiln- ]

adjective

1. of or relating to the reduction of the moisture content in wood by means of artificially controlling the heat, air circulation, and humidity.

Word History and Origins

Origin of kiln-dried¹

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

Procure what is called the Scotch kiln dried oat meal, if you can.

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Another is good sweet kiln dried oat meal, without any cooking at all.

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They are then shipped to a factory where they are seasoned, being kiln dried.

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When kiln-dried, the misleading moisture factor of weight is uniformly reduced, and a fair comparison possible.

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Because of this, hardwoods, as a rule, cannot be successfully kiln-dried green or direct from the saw.

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