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desiccant

/ˈdɛs.ɪ.kənt/

Traduction: Substance qui favorise le dessèchement, généralement en absorbant l'humidité de l'air ambiant.

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noun

/ˈdɛs.ɪ.kənt/C1formaltechnical
  • frSubstance qui favorise le dessèchement, généralement en absorbant l'humidité de l'air ambiant.

A substance that promotes drying, typically by absorbing moisture from the surrounding environment.

  1. Drying agentC1formaltechnical

    A substance that absorbs or promotes the removal of moisture from its surroundings.

    frDessiccant

    • Silica gel is a common desiccant used in packaging to keep products dry.
    • Calcium oxide acts as a powerful desiccant by chemically binding with water.
    • Desiccants are often placed inside electronic equipment to prevent corrosion.

    Synonymesabsorbentdrierdrying agent

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  • desiccant's possessive singular form