Nondrying: meaning, definitions and examples
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nondrying
[ nɒnˈdraɪɪŋ ]
descriptive quality
Nondrying refers to substances that do not dry or lose their moisture over time. This term is often used in relation to paints, adhesives, and other materials that remain workable and do not harden after application.
Synonyms
flexible, moist, non-hardening, plastic
Examples of usage
- The nondrying paint allowed for easy touch-ups.
- Choose a nondrying adhesive for flexible applications.
- Nondrying oils are perfect for artists who want more time to work.
- This nondrying formula is great for skin applications.
Translations
Translations of the word "nondrying" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não secante
🇮🇳 गैर-सूखने वाला
🇩🇪 nicht trocknend
🇮🇩 tidak mengering
🇺🇦 незасихаючий
🇵🇱 niewysychający
🇯🇵 乾かない
🇫🇷 non séchant
🇪🇸 no secante
🇹🇷 kurumayan
🇰🇷 건조하지 않는
🇸🇦 غير جاف
🇨🇿 neschnoucí
🇸🇰 neschnúci
🇨🇳 不干燥的
🇸🇮 neizsuševalen
🇮🇸 ekki þurrka
🇰🇿 құрғатпайтын
🇬🇪 არასुखარი
🇦🇿 qurumaq olmayan
🇲🇽 no secante
Etymology
The term 'nondrying' is derived from the prefix 'non-', which comes from Latin and indicates negation, and the word 'drying', which originates from the Old English 'drygan', meaning to make dry. The concept encompasses various substances that retain moisture or remain in a soft, workable state rather than becoming hard or solid. Nondrying materials have been useful in various industries ranging from art and craft to construction, where flexibility and moisture retention are essential. As technology advanced, the term 'nondrying' became more common with the development of specialized products designed for specific applications, ensuring ease of use, adjustability, and long-term performance.