Definitions

1. verb

to dry too much or too thoroughly, resulting in brittleness or other damage

“The overdry heat from the hair dryer caused her hair to become brittle and break easily.”

2. verb

to become or make something dry to an excessive degree

“The paint overdried on the walls, leaving an unpleasant texture.”

3. verb

to make something too dry or unsatisfying

“The overdry humor of the comedian fell flat with the audience.”

4. adjective

extremely dry, especially to the point of brittleness or other damage

“The overdry climate in the desert made it difficult for plants to grow.”

5. adverb

to an excessive degree; too dry

“The overdry paint job was criticized for its lack of vibrancy.”