British Dictionary definitions for washing powder

washing powder

noun

powdered detergent for washing fabrics

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Examples from the Web for washing powder

Historical Examples

Finally, him and his two brothers invented a kind of washing-powder.
In a Little Town
Rupert Hughes
Mrs. Stillwell opened the screen door to take in the carrots and soap and washing-powder Shelby used to bring her.
In a Little Town
Rupert Hughes

washing powder

Examples from the Web for washing powder

Historical Examples

Finally, him and his two brothers invented a kind of washing-powder.

Mrs. Stillwell opened the screen door to take in the carrots and soap and washing-powder Shelby used to bring her.