dryer
/ˈdraɪə/ · /ˈdraɪər/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2098 in the learning path
烘干机；干燥器
Definitions
n. A machine or device that removes moisture from things.
烘干机；干燥器
Example
The towels are still warm from the dryer.
毛巾刚从烘干机里拿出来，还是热的。
Using a clothesline instead of an electric dryer can lower household energy consumption and reduce monthly bills.
用晾衣绳代替电烘干机，可以降低家庭能耗并减少每月账单支出。
Collocations
- tumble dryer
- hair dryer
- hand dryer
- clothes dryer
Word family
- dry (v.)
- dryness (n.)
Usage tip
dryer通常是干燥设备；dry的比较级通常写drier。
FAQ
- What does dryer mean?
- A machine or device that removes moisture from things.
- How is dryer pronounced?
- UK /ˈdraɪə/, US /ˈdraɪər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
