hand-wash

Or hand·wash

[hand-wosh, -wawsh]

verb (used with object)

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

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of hand-wash¹

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

Example Sentences

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

From BBC

Since then, according to Task Force 51, the military has contracted “for sleeping tents, latrines, showers, hand-washing stations, hot meals for breakfast, dinner and a late-night meal, and full laundry service.”

From Los Angeles Times

Parents have been told to be vigilant and ensure strict hygiene at home, with authorities advising regular hand-washing, washing of fruit and vegetables, thoroughly cooking meat and separating raw and cooked food.

From BBC

Use the tap water to hand-wash dishes; instead, use the dishwasher and use the air dryer settings.

From Los Angeles Times

Last month, inspectors found what appeared to be mold and mildew around the hand-washing sinks used by workers preparing ready-to-eat meats, CBS News reported.

From Salon