Anhydrous ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Anhydrous ( adjective )

Having no water or containing less than 1% water.

Origin:

From greek an- "without" + hydros "water".

Examples:

1. Anhydrous alcohol is used in the production of many industrial chemicals.
2. Anhydrous ammonia is used as a fertilizer and refrigerant.
3. Anhydrous copper sulfate is used as a fungicide and herbicide.
4. Anhydrous milk powder is used as an ingredient in many food products.
5. Anhydrous calcium chloride is used to dry gases and liquids.

(As a noun)

Anhydrous ( noun )

Having no water or containing less than 1% water.

Origin:

From greek an- "without" + hydros "water".

Examples:

1. Anhydrous alcohol is used in the production of many industrial chemicals.
2. Anhydrous ammonia is used as a fertilizer and refrigerant.
3. Anhydrous copper sulfate is used as a fungicide and herbicide.
4. Anhydrous milk powder is used as an ingredient in many food products.
5. Anhydrous calcium chloride is used to dry gases and liquids.