overmoisten

English

Etymology

over- +‎ moisten

Verb

overmoisten (third-person singular simple present overmoistens, present participle overmoistening, simple past and past participle overmoistened)

1. To add too much liquid when moistening; to make overly moist.
   • 1990, Ellen Jo Baron, Sydney M. Finegold, Bailey and Scott's Diagnostic Microbiology, page 418:

     The technologist must be careful not to overmoisten the disk, as false negative results can occur due to dilution of the end product.

   • 1991, Complete Guide to Gardening and Landscaping, page 213:

     Sweet alyssum seedlings are particularly prone to damping off, so do not overmoisten the soil.

   • 2011, Nancy Baggett, Kneadlessly Simple: Fabulous, Fuss-Free, No-Knead Breads:

     If the mixture is too dry to incorporate all the flour, a bit at a time, stir in just enough more ice water to blend the ingredients; don't overmoisten, as the dough should be stiff.