Washing

/ˈwɔːʃɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The process or an instance of washing something.

It's time to do the washing; we have several loads to clean.

Clothes that have been washed or are being washed.

I hung out the washing to dry on the clothesline.

A rinse or wash cycle in a washing machine.

The washing finished, and I took the clothes out of the machine.

verb

The act of cleaning something, typically with water and, often, soap.

I spent the afternoon washing the car to remove all the dirt and grime.

To clean or rinse with water.

She is washing her hands before dinner to ensure they are clean.

Middle English 'washen', from Old English 'wæscan'.

dishwashing

The act of cleaning plates, utensils, and cookware.

hand washing

The act of washing hands, especially to maintain hygiene.

power washing

Using high-pressure water spray to clean surfaces.

laundry

The washing of clothes and linens.

cleaning

The act of making something free from dirt or impurities.

rinsing

To wash lightly, especially with water.

Washing money

He's involved in washing money from illegal activities.

Washing someone out

They decided to wash him out of the team due to poor performance.