washable
pronunciation
How to pronounce washable in British English:
UK [ˈwɒʃəbl]
How to pronounce washable in American English:
US [ˈwɑʃəbl]
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- Adjective:
- capable of being washed without injury
Word Origin
- washable (adj.)
- 1620s, from wash (v.) + -able. Related: Washables (n.), 1892.
Example
- 1. Keep them out by using recyclable and washable shopping bags .
- 2. C men 's garments , uniform and washable leaguer wear .
- 3. All covers and textiles are removable and washable .
- 4. Are these trousers washable , do you know ?
- 5. Anything that isn 't washable should be put into the freezer for a couple of days .