Exsiccation: meaning, definitions and examples
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exsiccation
[ ɪkˌsɪˈkeɪʃən ]
drying process
The process of drying up or removing moisture from something, typically a plant or a body of water.
Synonyms
dehydration, desiccation, evaporation
Examples of usage
- The exsiccation of the desert plants was evident after the long drought.
- The exsiccation of the lake led to the discovery of ancient artifacts on the dry bed.
medical
The state of extreme dryness in a body or organ, often due to disease or aging.
Synonyms
dehydration, desiccation, parchmentization
Examples of usage
- The doctor diagnosed the patient with exsiccation of the skin due to the skin condition.
- Exsiccation of the mucous membranes can lead to discomfort and difficulty swallowing.
Translations
Translations of the word "exsiccation" in other languages:
🇵🇹 dessecação
🇮🇳 सुखाना
🇩🇪 Austrocknung
🇮🇩 pengeringan
🇺🇦 висушування
🇵🇱 suszenie
🇯🇵 乾燥
🇫🇷 dessiccation
🇪🇸 desecación
🇹🇷 kurutma
🇰🇷 건조
🇸🇦 تجفيف
🇨🇿 vysušování
🇸🇰 vysušenie
🇨🇳 干燥
🇸🇮 sušenje
🇮🇸 þurrkun
🇰🇿 кептіру
🇬🇪 გამოშრობა
🇦🇿 qurutma
🇲🇽 desecación
Word origin
The word 'exsiccation' is derived from the Latin word 'exsiccatus', which means 'dried up'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to refer to the process of drying or removing moisture. The term is commonly used in scientific contexts, particularly in botany and medicine, to describe the drying out of plants or body tissues. The concept of exsiccation has been central to understanding the effects of dehydration and aging on living organisms.