Definition

Dried before it is used or processed.

Example

The predried vegetables are ready to be rehydrated for cooking.

Conversation

I picked up some predried fruits for our hike this weekend.

That sounds great! They’re so convenient to carry.

Yeah, I thought they would be perfect for snacking on the trail.

Definitely! I love how they keep well and taste amazing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Predried → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "dried" (from Old English "drīgan", meaning to dry). The word "predried" means dried before a certain time or process.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is dried "before" it is used or processed — that's what predried means.

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