drier

/'draiә/

当代词频 #22,822

中文释义

n a substance that promotes drying (e.g., calcium oxide absorbs water and is used to remove moisture)
n an appliance that removes moisture
a free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
s humorously sarcastic or mocking
a lacking moisture or volatile components
a opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages
a not producing milk
a (of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation
a without a mucous or watery discharge; a small child with a dry nose"
s not shedding tears
s lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless
s used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones
s unproductive especially of the expected results
s having no adornment or coloration
s (of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish
s having a large proportion of strong liquor
s lacking warmth or emotional involvement
s practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages; I happen to be teetotal"