n. | 1. | One who, or that which, dries; that which may expel or absorb moisture; a desiccative; |
2. | (Paint.) Drying oil; a substance mingled with the oil used in oil painting to make it dry quickly. | |
compar. | 1. | of Dry, |
Noun | 1. | drier - a substance that promotes drying (e.g., calcium oxide absorbs water and is used to remove moisture) |
2. | drier - an appliance that removes moisture Synonyms: dryer |