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/draɪ/
free from moisture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dry' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'drȳge,' where 'drȳge' meant 'free from moisture.'
Historical Evolution
'drȳge' transformed into the Middle English word 'drye,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dry.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'free from moisture,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a prohibitionist, especially in the context of alcohol.
He was known as a dry during the Prohibition era.
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Verb 1
to remove moisture from something; to make or become dry.
Please dry the dishes after washing them.
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