Pronunciation

/djuː/

Definitions

• Noun: A thin layer of water that forms on the surface of plants, grass, or other objects during cool, humid nights, usually evaporating when the sun rises. ["The morning dew glistened on the leaves."](https://www.example.com/dew-definition)
• Adjective: Characteristic of or resembling dew; cool and moist. ["A dewy morning greeted the hikers."](https://www.example.com/dew-adjective)

Phrases

• “Dew-covered grass” describes grass with a thin layer of water from dew.
• “Dew point” refers to the temperature at which air becomes saturated with water vapor and dew starts to form.
• “Dew-resistant material” is a substance that does not easily absorb or retain dew.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The dew had formed on the windowsill overnight, creating a refreshing scene.”
• Adjective: “The dewy night air invigorated her lungs as she stepped outside.”
• “The children woke up to the sound of dewdrops falling from the trees.”

Synonyms

• Condensation
• Morning dew
• Dewfall
• Mist
• Cool moisture

Related Words

• Dewdrop
• Dewpoint
• Frost (similar but refers to ice crystals forming on surfaces after freezing temperatures)