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desiccation

Desiccation (noun) means the state or process of being desiccated.

noun
1
The state or process of being desiccated
2
An act or occurrence of desiccating
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Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French dessiccation, from Late Latin desiccatio, desiccationem, from Latin desicco.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of desiccation?

"desiccation" (noun) means the state or process of being desiccated.

What are the different meanings of desiccation?

"desiccation" has 2 main meanings: 1. The state or process of being desiccated; 2. An act or occurrence of desiccating.

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