exsiccation

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It may now be expected that I should offer some opinion as to the antiquity and race of this singular exsiccation.

From A Further Contribution to the Study of the Mortuary Customs of the North American Indians by Yarrow, H. C. (Harry Crécy)

He knew this, too, that bitter things are suitable; for to dry up wounds requires exsiccation.

From Complete Works of Plutarch — Volume 3: Essays and Miscellanies by Plutarch

The Flowers.—It has an exceedingly pleasant smell, which is improved by moderate exsiccation; the taste is sub-saline, and somewhat austere.

From The Botanist's Companion, Volume II by Salisbury, William

It may now be expected that I should offer some opinion, as to the antiquity and race of this singular exsiccation.

From An Introduction to the mortuary customs of the North American Indians by Yarrow, H. C. (Harry Crécy)

I have been during the last three months undergoing a process of intellectual exsiccation.

From Biographia Epistolaris, Volume 1. by Turnbull, A.