hand-wash

American  

[hand-wosh, -wawsh] / ˈhændˌwɒʃ, -ˌwɔʃ /

Or handwash

verb (used with object)

1. to launder by hand rather than by washing machine.

   to hand-wash socks in a hotel-room sink.

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Etymology

Origin of hand-wash

First recorded in 1810–15; hand ( def. ) + wash ( def. )

Example Sentences

A dirty floor, inadequate hand-washing facilities in some areas and broken equipment posing a potential contamination risk were also identified in the inspectors' report.

From BBC

He made no secret of his hand-washing mania, either, cleaning them constantly for fear that germs, not bullets, would get him.

From Los Angeles Times

Experts suggest increased hand-washing to avoid catching the ultra-contagious stomach bug.

From Los Angeles Times

But you can prolong their life with a few easy moves: Avoid metal utensils and high heat, both of which weaken their coating, and hand-wash them after they’ve cooled.

From The Wall Street Journal

Strict hygiene instructions, including vigorous hand-washing, were followed, at all times.

From BBC