Meaning Of The Word Dry up

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Dry up Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Dry up?

dry up
phrasal verb: If something dries up or if something dries it up, it loses all its moisture and becomes completely dry and shrivelled or hard.

dry up in American English
to make or become completely dry
to make or become thoroughly dry; parch or wither

dry up in British English
to become barren or unproductive; fail

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