Humidity
[hjʊ'mɪdɪtɪ] or [hju'mɪdəti]
Definition
(n.) Moisture; dampness; a moderate degree of wetness, which is perceptible to the eye or touch; -- used especially of the atmosphere, or of anything which has absorbed moisture from the atmosphere, as clothing.
Editor: Miriam
Synonyms and Synonymous
n. Moisture, dampness.
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Unserious Contents or Definition
To dream that you are overcome with humidity, foretells that you will combat enemies fiercely, but their superior force will submerge you in overwhelming defeat. See Air.
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Examples
- Too great humidity is enervating, and not conducive to either mental or physical exertion; on the other hand, too dry air is equally harmful. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
- The likelihood of rain or frost is often determined by temperature and humidity. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
- Winds, temperature, and humidity all have a share in determining atmospheric conditions, and no one of these plays a small part. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
- The measurement of humidity is of far wider importance than the mere forecasting of local weather conditions. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
Typist: Lycurgus