HYGROSCOPIC

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Absorbing moisture (as from the air)

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

absorbent; absorptive (having power or capacity or tendency to absorb or soak up something (liquids or energy etc.))

Derivation:

hygroscope (hygrometer that shows variations in the relative humidity of the atmosphere)

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