dry

dry

a state of dehydration or relative deficiency of water.

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dry bench

1. that part of a radiographic dark room where film and cassettes are handled, i.e. there is no chance of film being contaminated by chemicals.

2. a slang expression for simulated research work, for reported experiments that were not actually done.

dry coat syndrome

see anhidrosis.

dry eye

see keratoconjunctivitis sicca.

dry feeding

the entire ration is made up of dried stored grain or hay.

dry food

the meal or biscuit type dog and cat foods that contain approximately 10% water. Economical, easily transported and stored; in many countries, this is the most commonly used form of mass produced pet food.

dry ice

solidified carbon dioxide; in an icebox, it produces temperatures of about -76°F (-60°C).

dry lot

the livestock, usually cattle, are kept in a small area with a firm floor but no roof or walls. All food and water are brought to them. Refers usually to dairy herds. See also feedlot.

dry mash

a method of feeding poultry. Essentially a mixture of grain and supplements.

dry rales

see rale.

dry sow

pregnant sow.

dry sow house/room

area where sows are housed and fed between mating and farrowing. Called also gestation barn.