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drying agent
n. Any compound that has an affinity for water such that it will extract it from other materials; a desiccant
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Drying agent
The term drying agent has different meanings:
- Desiccant for materials that absorb moisture and water
- Oil drying agents for compounds that speed up the hardening of oils, often used in painting
Usage examples of "drying agent".
Paint and lacquer manufacturers are interested in hempseed oil which is a good drying agent.
I paid my money after the couple paid theirs, and watched as the salesman inserted tablets of a drying agent into the top and bottom of the container.
The two observations are in accord only if a very effective drying agent is present between these two regions.