moisten
moist
ˈmɔɪs
moys
en
ən
ēn
British pronunciation
/mˈɔ‍ɪstən/

Definition & Meaning of "moisten"in English

to moisten
01

moisten with fine drops

to moisten definition and meaning
02

to add a slight amount of liquid to make something damp

Transitive
example
Examples
He moistened the towel before wiping down the table.
She moistened the stamps with a bit of water to stick them onto the envelopes.
03

to become slightly damp

Intransitive
example
Examples
As the mist rolled in, the ground started to moisten.
The leaves on the plant would moisten from the morning dew.
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