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moisten

/moi-suhn/US // ˈmɔɪ sən //UK // (ˈmɔɪsən) //

濡湿,滋润,濡湿的,滋润了

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Definitions

  1. 1
    • : to make or become moist.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Examples

  • On a mass scale, that process creates so-called “flying rivers” that moisten the air and generate rainfall.

  • Terror moistened my stare and Lara’s hand squeezed mine, trying to calm my fears with her support.

  • Beyond that, according to the EPA, just find a shady, dry spot for your bin, and moisten dry materials before you add them to the heap.

  • Use water to moisten the edge of the bottom crust where it contacts each strip, then tuck the overhang under the bottom crust edge, pressing down to seal it.

  • Using a rubber spatula, gently stir to ensure all the sugar is moistened.

  • Toss the string beans and mesclun with enough dressing to moisten.

  • Context: The Shakespearean actor allegedly said this to a nurse who, when attempting to moisten his lips, misfired.

  • As a result, it felt like an add-on, meant to artificially moisten another otherwise dry address.

  • He leant against the wall of his refuge, notwithstanding this boast, and licked the ice to moisten his parched lips.

  • Tears moisten his eyes and roll down his sunken cheeks as he takes it from my hand.

  • During the other part of the year there is not the least rain or snow to moisten the earth.

  • Moisten with two spoonfuls of stock, a bouquet garni, two bayleaves and a clove, pepper and salt to taste.

  • "Morrison," said the man, licking with his tongue to moisten his lips.