anhydrize

/ænˈhaɪdrɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove water or moisture from something, or to make something anhydrous

“The process of anhydrizing the chemicals is crucial for their stability.”

2. verb

to cause something to lose its water or moisture

“The heat anhydrized the wet paint, causing it to crack.”

3. noun

the process of removing water or moisture from something

“The anhydrization of the soil was essential for the growth of the plants.”

Synonyms

  • dehydrate
  • dry

Antonyms

  • hydrate
  • moisturize