moisture

noun

mois·​ture ˈmȯis-chər How to pronounce moisture (audio)
ˈmȯish-
: liquid diffused or condensed in relatively small quantity

Examples of moisture in a Sentence

These flowers grow best with moisture and shade. Wool socks will pull moisture away from your skin. The leaves absorb moisture from the air.
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Meanwhile, shea butter creates a seal over the skin barrier to trap moisture. Deanna Pai, Allure, 8 Mar. 2025 Toners with glycerin or alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) help to retain moisture, which in turn helps restore pH to normal levels. Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2025 Nylon and polyester are two of the most popular raincoat fabrics, which are effective at wicking away moisture and keeping you dry. Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025 Plywood and solid wood cabinets tend to last longer than MDF or particle board, which are more susceptible to damage from moisture. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for moisture

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from moiste

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of moisture was in the 14th century

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“Moisture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisture. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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moisture

noun
mois·​ture ˈmȯish-chər How to pronounce moisture (audio)
ˈmȯis-
: a small amount of liquid that causes moistness : dampness

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