Definitions

1. noun

a substance or material that absorbs moisture or humidity from the air or from other substances

“The desiccant packets in the packaging helped to keep the electronics dry during shipping.”

2. adjective

relating to or causing the removal of moisture

“The desiccant properties of the new air filter made it ideal for dry environments.”

3. verb

to remove or cause to evaporate moisture from (something)

“The desiccant treatment of the wood helped to prevent warping and cracking.”