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

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Watch Completes Garmin’s OLED Revolution HRM 200 Module Is Detachable One benefit of the HRM 200 design is the strap is washable. Andrew Williams, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 Among other things, volunteers set aside picture books, washable markers and deodorant for All Peoples Gathering Church, in the Harambee neighborhood, which asked for children's books and hygiene items. Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 12 Dec. 2024 The accessory is said to be washable and durable and comes in myriad colors and prints. Layla Ilchi, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024 Each mattress includes a water/dirt-resistant washable cover and an integrated phone/EDC stash pocket. New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for washable 

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

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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 17 Jan. 2025.

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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