washable

adjective

wash·​able ˈwȯ-shə-bəl How to pronounce washable (audio)
ˈwä-
: capable of being washed without damage
washability noun

Examples of washable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The vacuum also comes with a few attachments, including a floor brush nozzle and a washable HEPA filter, which helps keep the device’s motor free of dust and dirt. Jennifer Maldonado, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024 These washable mulberry silk palazzo pants are made with a bit of stretch so the waistband feels comfortable all day. Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for washable 

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Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of washable was in 1821

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“Washable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washable. Accessed 4 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

washable

adjective
wash·​able ˈwȯsh-ə-bəl How to pronounce washable (audio)
ˈwäsh-
: capable of being washed without damage
a washable silk
washability noun

Medical Definition

washable

adjective
wash·​able ˈwȯsh-ə-bəl How to pronounce washable (audio)
1
: capable of being washed without damage
2
: soluble in water
washable ointment bases

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