Meaning & Definition of word "Washtub"
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Washtub
/ˈwɔːʃtʌb/
noun:
- 1. A large, typically round container or tub used for washing clothes.
- Example: She filled the washtub with soapy water to begin the laundry.
- 2. A container used for washing items other than clothes, such as vegetables or kitchenware.
- Example: The gardener used a washtub to rinse off the freshly picked vegetables.
- 3. A metaphorical reference to a place or situation where something is being cleaned or made anew.
- Example: The project was like a washtub, cleansing the old and bringing forth new ideas.
Etymology
The word is a compound of 'wash' and 'tub', reflecting its primary use as a vessel for washing.
Common Phrases and Expressions
wash your dirty laundry:
To discuss private matters, especially those related to family or relationships.
in the wash:
Items that are currently being washed or are meant to be washed.
wash your hands of something:
To abandon responsibility for something.
Related Words
laundry:
The act of washing clothes and linens.
tub:
A large, deep, typically round container used for holding liquids.
wash:
To clean with water and usually soap or detergent.
Slang Meanings of washtub
Meaning: A place or situation where messy or complicated problems are dealt with.
Example Sentence: When the drama broke out, it felt like we were all back at the washtub sorting through our own issues.
Meaning: Referring to a difficult or laborious task.
Example Sentence: I had a washtub full of work to do before the deadline.