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Noun: siccative  si-ku-tiv
  1. A substance that promotes drying (e.g., calcium oxide absorbs water and is used to remove moisture)
    - desiccant, drying agent, drier

Derived forms: siccatives

Type of: chemical agent

Encyclopedia: Siccative