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Noun
desiccant
drying agent
drier
siccative
Definition: a substance that promotes drying (e.g., calcium oxide absorbs water and is used to remove moisture)
Definition: A substance (such as calcium oxide or silica gel) that is used as a drying agent because of its high affinity for water.
Adjective
Definition: Causing dryness.