How Do You Spell DRIP-DRIES?

Pronunciation: [dɹˈɪpdɹˈa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word "drip-dries" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription of /drɪp draɪz/. This spelling indicates the pronunciation of the two distinct syllables within the word. The first syllable is pronounced with the consonant cluster 'dr' and the vowel sound 'ɪ', while the second syllable is pronounced with the consonant cluster 'dr' and the diphthong sound 'aɪ'. Together, these syllables create the word "drip-dries," which refers to an article of clothing that can be hung up to dry without needing to be ironed.

DRIP-DRIES Meaning and Definition

  1. "Drip-dries" refers to a process or treatment, primarily applied to fabric, that enables it to dry quickly and without the need for ironing. The term is often used to describe a type of clothing, mainly shirts or garments made from synthetic materials or blends, which have been specifically designed to be low-maintenance and easy to care for.

    The term "drip-dries" originated from the characteristic way in which these fabrics dry. After being washed or cleaned, the fabric can be hung or laid flat to air dry. Due to the composition of the material, it has the ability to shed excess water, allowing it to dry faster, hence the "drip-dries" term. Unlike traditional fabrics that require a tedious ironing process to remove wrinkles and creases, drip-dries are wrinkle-resistant and require minimal ironing or sometimes do not need ironing at all. This practicality makes them popular for travelers or individuals with busy lifestyles, as they offer convenience and ease of care.

    In a broader context, "drip-dries" can also refer to the treatment applied to fabrics during manufacturing or the chemical finishing process that imparts the quick-drying and wrinkle-free properties. Manufacturers often incorporate specific agents, such as specialty finishes or durable press treatments, to enhance the fabric's drip-dry qualities.

    Overall, "drip-dries" is a term used to describe both the fabric itself and the process or treatment that allows it to dry quickly and effortlessly, with minimal or no ironing required.

Etymology of DRIP-DRIES

The term "drip-dries" is formed by combining two words together: "drip" and "dries".

1. "Drip" comes from the Old Norse word "drípa", meaning "to drip" or "to drop". It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "drebōną".

2. "Dries" is the plural form of the verb "dry", which comes from the Old English word "dryġan" and the Proto-Germanic word "drūganan", both meaning "to become dry".

So, when combined, "drip-dries" refers to something that dries by dripping or the action of drying by allowing liquids to drip away.

Conjugate verb Drip-dries

CONDITIONAL

I would drip-dries
you would drip-dries
he/she/it would drip-dries
we would drip-dries
they would drip-dries

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be drip-driesing
you would be drip-driesing
he/she/it would be drip-driesing
we would be drip-driesing
they would be drip-driesing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have drip-dries
you would have drip-dries
he/she/it would have drip-dries
we would have drip-dries
they would have drip-dries

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been drip-driesing
you would have been drip-driesing
he/she/it would have been drip-driesing
we would have been drip-driesing
they would have been drip-driesing

FUTURE

I will drip-dries
you will drip-dries
he/she/it will drip-dries
we will drip-dries
they will drip-dries

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be drip-driesing
you will be drip-driesing
he/she/it will be drip-driesing
we will be drip-driesing
they will be drip-driesing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have drip-driesed
you will have drip-driesed
he/she/it will have drip-driesed
we will have drip-driesed
they will have drip-driesed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been drip-driesing
you will have been drip-driesing
he/she/it will have been drip-driesing
we will have been drip-driesing
they will have been drip-driesing

IMPERATIVE

you drip-dries
we let´s drip-dries

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to drip-dries

PAST

I drip-driesed
you drip-driesed
he/she/it drip-driesed
we drip-driesed
they drip-driesed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was drip-driesing
you were drip-driesing
he/she/it was drip-driesing
we were drip-driesing
they were drip-driesing

PAST PARTICIPLE

drip-driesed

PAST PERFECT

I had drip-driesed
you had drip-driesed
he/she/it had drip-driesed
we had drip-driesed
they had drip-driesed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been drip-driesing
you had been drip-driesing
he/she/it had been drip-driesing
we had been drip-driesing
they had been drip-driesing

PRESENT

I drip-dries
you drip-dries
he/she/it drip-drieses
we drip-dries
they drip-dries

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am drip-driesing
you are drip-driesing
he/she/it is drip-driesing
we are drip-driesing
they are drip-driesing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

drip-driesing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have drip-driesed
you have drip-driesed
he/she/it has drip-driesed
we have drip-driesed
they have drip-driesed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been drip-driesing
you have been drip-driesing
he/she/it has been drip-driesing
we have been drip-driesing
they have been drip-driesing