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    Lavé (en. Washed)

    /la.ve/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That has been cleaned with water.
    The floor is washed after the mop has been used.
    Le sol est lavé après le passage de la serpillière.
    Refers to a fabric or clothing that has been washed.
    This sweater is already washed, it is ready to be worn.
    Ce pull est déjà lavé, il est prêt à être porté.
    Figurative use to mean something that is purified.
    His mind was washed of all negative thoughts.
    Son esprit était lavé de toutes pensées négatives.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'to wash', of Latin origin 'lavare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be washed
    To be purified or to clean something.
    être lavé
    to air one's dirty laundry in public
    To discuss internal issues in private.
    laver son linge sale en famille
    a brainwashed person
    Refers to a person whose ideas or beliefs are excessively influenced.
    un cerveau lavé

    Related Words

    to wash
    Action of cleaning with water.
    laver
    wash
    Substance formed by molten rocks.
    lave

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a state of excessive cleanliness.
    He spends his time washing himself, he is really washed!
    Il passe son temps à se laver, il est vraiment lavé !
    State of mind cleared of distracting thoughts.
    After his retirement, he feels completely washed.
    Après sa retraite, il se sent complètement lavé.