acid washing

American  

noun

1. a process in which a denim garment is treated with a bleach solution containing chlorine-soaked stones so that the color becomes faded and the material is softer.

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Other Word Forms

• acid-washed adjective

Example Sentences

He has said he has Barrett's esophagus, a condition thought to be caused by stomach acid washing up into the esophagus, as well as migraines and other ailments caused by drinking and a motorcycle accident years ago.

From Fox News

“I can’t say now if I really got hit or not,” he said, noting that he has other illnesses such as Barrett’s esophagus, a condition thought to be caused by stomach acid washing up into the esophagus.

From Washington Times

In the place of embellishment techniques, there was tie-dying and acid washing.

From Washington Times

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From Washington Times

After he accused Mrs. Clinton of acid washing her emails, she broke into a bemused smile, shook her head in disgust and lowered her eyes.

From New York Times