Definition of HYGROSCOPIC

hygroscopic

Adjective Satellite

  • absorbing moisture (as from the air)

Adj

  • Readily taking up and retaining water, especially from the atmosphere.

Origin / Etymology

From French hygroscopique.

Scrabble Score: 24

hygroscopic is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
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Words With Friends Score: 26

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