washing

noun

wash·​ing ˈwȯ-shiŋ 

ˈwä-

1

: the act or action of one that cleanses with water

2

: material obtained by washing

3

: articles washed or to be washed : wash

Examples of washing in a Sentence

These shirts will look great even after repeated washings.

Recent Examples on the Web

Park officials already asked campers to avoid washing vehicles, boats or bikes and limit water use when cleaning dishes. —Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 7 Dec. 2024

Rinse out the pan and follow up by washing as needed. —Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024

Think dual spinning mops along with automatic washing and drying post-cleanup. —Sarah Madaus, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024

Jobs include seed collection, sowing seed flats, transplanting seedlings, pruning, processing cuttings, composting, pot washing, weeding and maintaining the nursery space. —Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing washing

• do the washing-up
• put the washing out
• washing machine
• washing powder
• washing soda
• washing-up liquid

Kids Definition

washing

noun

wash·​ing ˈwȯsh-iŋ 

ˈwäsh-

: articles washed or to be washed