adj

desiccated

DEH-sih-kay-tuhd

Desiccated (adj) means Completely dried out, with all moisture removed. Example: “The recipe calls for a cup of desiccated coconut.”

adj

Completely dried out, with all moisture removed.

"The recipe calls for a cup of desiccated coconut."

How to use desiccated

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDried out completely, often used for food preserved by removing moisture.

Common pairings

desiccated coconut desiccated skin

Word forms

more desiccated comparative, most desiccated superlative

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Frequently asked questions

What does “desiccated” mean?

The word “desiccated” means completely dried out, with all moisture removed. In plain terms, dried out completely, often used for food preserved by removing moisture.

How do you pronounce “desiccated”?

“Desiccated” is pronounced DEH-sih-kay-tuhd (/ˈdɛsɪkeɪtəd/ in IPA).

How do you use “desiccated” in a sentence?

Here is “desiccated” used in a sentence: “The recipe calls for a cup of desiccated coconut.”

What part of speech is “desiccated”?

“Desiccated” is an adjective.