What does DRIED mean?

Parts of Speech

Dried is an adjective.

Definitions

Dried refers to something that has had all of its moisture removed.

Pronunciations

US: /draɪd/

UK: /draɪd/

Origin and Usage

The word dried is the past tense of the verb dry. It is commonly used to describe food that has been preserved by removing moisture, such as dried fruit or beef jerky. It can also be used to describe other objects that have had their moisture removed, such as dried flowers or clothes that have been hung out to dry.

Synonyms

Dehydrated, desiccated, withered, shriveled.

Related Words

Dryer, drier, dried, dries, dryer, fryer.

Example Sentences

• The dried fruit was a perfect snack for the hike.
• The clothes were dried in the sun.
• The flowers were beautiful, even though they were dried.