drip-dry

/ˌdrɪp ˌˈdraɪ/
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Definitions of drip-dry
  1. verb
    dry by hanging up wet
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    type of:
    dry, dry out
    remove the moisture from and make dry
  2. adjective
    treated so as to be easily or quickly washed and dried and requiring little or no ironing
    synonyms: wash-and-wear
    washable
    capable of being washed without injury
  3. adjective
    used of fabrics that do not require ironing
    “drip-dry shirts for travel”
    synonyms: permanent-press
    unironed, wrinkled
    (of linens or clothes) not ironed
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