Meaning & Definition of word "Rinsing"
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Rinsing
/ˈrɪn.sɪŋ/
verb:
- 1. The act of washing something lightly, often with water, to remove soap, dirt, or other substances.
- Example: After washing the dishes, I started rinsing them under warm water to remove any leftover soap.
- 2. To wash out or clean by running a liquid through something.
- Example: She is rinsing the vegetables thoroughly before cooking them.
- 3. To remove residue from a body or surface by running water over it.
- Example: He is rinsing his mouth after brushing his teeth.
Etymology
From Old French 'rincer' meaning to wash, derived from Latin 'rincere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
rinse and repeat:
Perform the same action again.
rinse off:
To wash away the soap or dirt from something.
rinse out:
To wash something thoroughly to remove residues.
Related Words
rinse:
To wash lightly, usually with water.
washing:
The act of cleaning something with soap and water.
Slang Meanings of rinsing
Meaning: To be carefree or wasteful (in some contexts).
Example Sentence: He’s just rinsing his money away on luxury stuff.
Meaning: In the UK, to obtain a large amount of something without effort.
Example Sentence: She really rinsed that deal for all it’s worth.