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dry vs bone dry

bone dry vs dry

dry is a noun but bone dry is not a noun.

dry and bone dry both are adjectives.

dry is a verb but bone dry is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dry Yes Yes Yes No
bone dry No Yes No No
dry (noun) bone dry (noun)
a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages
dry (adjective) bone dry (adjective)
free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet without a trace of moisture; as dry as a weathered bone
not producing milk
(of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation
opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages
lacking moisture or volatile components
without a mucous or watery discharge
having a large proportion of strong liquor
humorously sarcastic or mocking
practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages
used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones
not shedding tears
lacking warmth or emotional involvement
unproductive especially of the expected results
lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless
(of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish
having no adornment or coloration
dry (verb) bone dry (verb)
become dry or drier
remove the moisture from and make dry
Difference between dry and bone dry

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