Word: DRYER
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Definition of DRYER
- One who, or that which, dries; a desiccative.
"The sun and a northwesterly wind are great driers of the earth."
- A household appliance that removes the water from clothing by accelerating evaporation, usually though heat and a tumbling motion.
- An electric hair dryer.
- Free from or lacking moisture.
"This towel's dry. Could you wet it and cover the chicken so it doesn't go dry as it cooks?"
- Unable to produce a liquid, as water, oil, or (farming) milk.
"This well is as dry as that cow."
- Built without or lacking mortar.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "dryer" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "dryer", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DRYER a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DRYER worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DRYER? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DRYER:
- # the dryer effect
- # master of dryer
- # playing with dryer
- # in terms of dryer
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