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Meaning of the word wet in English

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

wet

US /wet/
UK /wet/
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Adjective

1.

covered or saturated with water or another liquid

Example:
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My clothes got completely wet in the rain.
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The dog shook itself, spraying everyone with wet fur.
Synonym:
damp moist soaked soggy
Antonym:
dry
2.

denoting a type of climate or weather characterized by much rain

Example:
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We've had a very wet summer this year.
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The forecast is for wet and windy weather.
Synonym:
rainy drizzly showery
Antonym:
dry

Verb

to cover or saturate with water or another liquid

Example:
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Don't wet the floor, it's just been cleaned.
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He accidentally wet his pants.
Synonym:
moisten dampen soak saturate
Antonym:
dry
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