lacking moisture, especially in relation to weather, climate, soil, or the human body

dry and dull; uninteresting; tedious

uncomfortably hot and dry; stiflingly hot; (of the body) flushed and feverishly warm; (fig.) agitated; restless; irritable; (TCM) dry-heat

lit. dry mouth and tongue; parched from talking too much

to dry dampness, a therapeutic method in traditional Chinese medicine used to treat conditions caused by excess dampness in the body.

dry and uninteresting; lacking in flavor, variety, or spirit

a drying machine; a drier

finely chopped or minced meat, often used as a savory topping for noodles

autumn dryness disease (TCM)

minced pork stewed with soy sauce and spices, typically served with rice or noodles, or used as a filling