1. the act or process of making something slightly wet or damp

1. present participle of moisten; making something slightly wet or damp

Examples

• The moistening of the soil helped the seeds germinate.
• She was moistening the stamps before placing them on the envelopes.
• The chef recommended moistening the cake layers with simple syrup.
• Moistening your lips prevents them from becoming chapped.
• The gradual moistening of the air indicated rain was approaching.
• He was moistening the clay to make it easier to work with.