1. sealed containers used to remove moisture from substances or keep them dry, typically containing a drying agent
Usage: scientific/laboratory equipment

Examples

• The laboratory stored the samples in desiccators to prevent contamination from humidity.
• Scientists use desiccators containing silica gel to keep chemicals completely dry.
• The desiccators were placed in the storage room to protect sensitive equipment.
• Before weighing the powder, researchers kept it in desiccators overnight.
• The glass desiccators created an airtight environment for the experiment.
• Multiple desiccators lined the shelf, each containing different dried specimens.