drier

1 of 3

comparative of dry

drier

2 of 3

noun (1)

dri·​er ˈdrī(-ə)r How to pronounce drier (audio)
variants or dryer
1
: something that extracts or absorbs moisture
2
: a substance that accelerates drying (as of oils, paints, and printing inks)
3
usually dryer : a device for drying

dryer

3 of 3

noun

dry·​er

variant spelling of drier

1
: something that extracts or absorbs moisture
2
: a substance that accelerates drying (as of oils, paints, and printing inks)
3
usually dryer : a device for drying

Examples of drier in a Sentence

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Too Much Laundry Your washer and dryer can do a lot, but overstuffing tends to cause bigger problems than forcing you to do a second load of laundry. Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 3 July 2026 To blow out your curls for a wavy texture like Taylor's, Gutterman says to use a small round brush and focus your dryer on your ends to smooth out strands and give the ends that curl. Audrey Noble, InStyle, 2 July 2026 For utility there’s air conditioning, tankless hot water, central vac and washer/dryer hook-ups. Kris Millgate, USA Today, 1 July 2026 Keep a handful near your washing machine or drying rack for blouses, dresses, workout wear, or delicate pieces that should skip the dryer. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for drier

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1528, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of drier was in 1528

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“Drier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drier. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

drier

1 of 2

comparative of dry

drier

2 of 2 noun
dri·​er
variants or dryer
1
: something that dries
2
: a substance used (as in paints or varnishes) to speed up drying
3
usually dryer : a device for drying something by heat or air

Medical Definition

drier

comparative of dry

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