Desiccated: meaning, definitions and examples

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desiccated

 

[ ˈdɛsɪˌkeɪtɪd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

food preservation

Dried up or dehydrated, typically referring to food. Desiccated foods have had their moisture removed to prolong shelf life.

Synonyms

dehydrated, dried, parched

Examples of usage

  • The desiccated coconut was used to top the cake.
  • Desiccated fruits are popular snacks for hikers.
Context #2 | Verb

science

To remove the moisture from something, often through a natural or artificial process.

Synonyms

dehydrate, dry, evaporate

Examples of usage

  • The scientist desiccated the sample to analyze its composition.
  • Desiccating the plant leaves allowed for easier pressing in botanical studies.

Translations

Translations of the word "desiccated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dessecado

🇮🇳 सूखा

🇩🇪 getrocknet

🇮🇩 kering

🇺🇦 висушений

🇵🇱 wysuszony

🇯🇵 乾燥した

🇫🇷 desséché

🇪🇸 desecado

🇹🇷 kurutulmuş

🇰🇷 건조된

🇸🇦 مجفف

🇨🇿 vysušený

🇸🇰 vysušený

🇨🇳 干燥的

🇸🇮 posušen

🇮🇸 þurrkaður

🇰🇿 кептірілген

🇬🇪 გამშრალი

🇦🇿 qurudulmuş

🇲🇽 seco

Etymology

The word 'desiccated' comes from the Latin word 'desiccare', which means 'to dry up'. It has been used in English since the early 17th century. The process of desiccation has been practiced for centuries as a method of preserving food and other materials by removing moisture. Desiccated foods have been a staple in many cultures, providing a way to store fruits, meats, and other perishable items for extended periods.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,154, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.