wizen

🇬🇧 UK/'wizn/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

v.

To wither and shrink; to become lean and wrinkled due to age or illness

(使)枯萎,(使)干瘪皱缩

adj.

Withered and wrinkled, especially from age or illness; wizened

干枯的,皱缩的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
wizenother
=wizen

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The harsh climate will wizen the skin of those who spend too much time outdoors.

  • 2.

    Time seemed to have wizened his face, leaving deep wrinkles and age spots.

  • 3.

    Without adequate hydration, the fruit began to wizen and lose its appeal.

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