English Explanatory Dictionary

moisturize

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make more moist.
  2. To make more humid.

Pronunciation

/ˈmɔɪs.t͡ʃəɹaɪz/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-moisturize.wav

Word forms

moisturize moisturizes moisturizing moisturized

Etymology

From moisture + -ize.

Synonyms

moisten moisturise humidify

Antonyms

dry desiccate dehumidify

Derived words

moisturization moisturizer remoisturize unmoisturized
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