rinsing

noun

rins·​ing ˈrin(t)-siŋ How to pronounce rinsing (audio)
1
: dregs, residue
usually used in plural
2
: water that has been used for rinsing
usually used in plural

Examples of rinsing in a Sentence

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Sink washing is recommended over continuous rinsing, and leaks or water loss should be reported immediately to appropriate authorities. Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024 Step 3: Scrub Pesky Stains After washing with the dish soap solution and rinsing, Grove Collaborative recommends using a scrub brush to ensure a deep clean. Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024 Moreover, depending on where the rinsing jets are located, the bottom shelf can take the brunt of water pressure more so than the top shelf, which is inherently meant for more delicate items such as glassware. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024 Too Much Soap Using too much dish soap can lead to excessive sudsing, which can leave a soapy residue on your dishes and require extra rinsing time. Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rinsing 

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of rinsing was in 1703

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“Rinsing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rinsing. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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