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to desiccate
01
dessecar, desidratar
to preserve something, like food, by ridding it of all its moisture
Exemplos
To keep the seeds viable, he desiccated them before storing them in a cool place.
Para manter as sementes viáveis, ele as secou antes de armazená-las em um local fresco.
02
dessecar, desidratar
to lose moisture and become dried up
Exemplos
The old leaves had desiccated over time, crumbling into dust when touched.
As folhas velhas haviam ressecado com o tempo, desintegrando-se em pó ao serem tocadas.
03
dessecar, desidratar
to make thoroughly dry
Exemplos
The wind helped desiccate the puddles after the storm.
Dessecar ajudou a secar as poças após a tempestade.
desiccate
01
lacking energy, passion, or liveliness
Exemplos
The office atmosphere was desiccate, with no trace of enthusiasm.
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