Drying out is a process of evaporation or depletion of moisture or liquid content within an object or substance. There are various synonyms for this term, including dehydration, desiccation, withering, evaporating, and parching. Dehydration refers to the removal of water from an object or substance, while desiccation is the process of drying out through the removal of moisture. Withering is typically used to describe the drying out of plant material, such as flowers or leaves. Evaporating refers to the process of converting liquid into vapor. Parching is a specialized term that refers specifically to the drying out of grains or other crops, typically by exposure to the sun.