dehumidifier

[ dee-hyoo-mid-uh-fahy-er, or, often, -yoo- ]

noun

1. an appliance for removing moisture from the air, as for lowering the humidity in a storage room.

dehumidifier

/ ˌdiːhjuːˈmɪdɪˌfaɪə /

noun

1. a device for reducing the moisture content of the atmosphere

dehumidifier

/ dē′hyo̅o̅-mĭd′ə-fī′ər /

1. A device used to remove water vapor from the air, thereby lowering the humidity of the air.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dehumidifier¹

First recorded in 1920–25; de- + humidifier

Example Sentences

Like setting up an array of box fans and even a portable dehumidifier to get a puli’s long, thick cords dry after a bath, a process that can take 24 hours, in Valarie Cheimis’ experience.

From Seattle Times

Thereafter, the planks are dried for a few more weeks in a massive kiln — essentially, “a giant dehumidifier,” Lamp says.

From Seattle Times

Over the hum of an industrial-strength air purifier and dehumidifier, Moss said the tenants had to vacate the unit quickly, leaving food and dishes on the counter.

From Los Angeles Times

It was time to fire up her dehumidifier.

From BBC

They generally cost less to run, however, because a desiccant-based dehumidifier releases some heat during operation, it might help to warm up a particularly cold space, such as a conservatory.

From BBC