Meaning of the word drip-dry in English

What does drip-dry mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

drip-dry

US /ˈdrɪp.draɪ/
UK /ˈdrɪp.draɪ/
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Verb

1.

to hang wet clothes so that they can dry without needing to be ironed

Example:
These shirts are made of a fabric that will drip-dry.
You can just wash and drip-dry these curtains.

Adjective

1.

designed to dry without needing to be ironed

Example:
She prefers to buy drip-dry clothes for easy care.
This fabric is completely drip-dry.
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