humectives
noun as in strong fondness
Strongest matches
hygroscopic substances, moisture-retaining agents, moisturizers
Example Sentences
Example:Hygroscopic substances are useful in preventing the oils in delicate electronic components from drying out.
Definition:Substances that absorb water from the air.
Example:Moisture-retaining agents in the soil can help plants during dry periods.
Definition:Compounds that help retain moisture in a substance or environment.
Example:Moisturizers are a crucial component in many lotions and creams.
Definition:Substances used to keep a surface or organism moist.
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