rinse
verb (used with object)
to wash lightly, as by pouring water into or over or by dipping in water.
rinsed
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past participleof rinse.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof rinse.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
rinseverb (used with object)to wash lightly, as by pouring water into or over or by dipping in water.
Example Sentences
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Jack had reached for a vol-au-vent, swallowed it whole in one bite, rinsed it down with a glass of champagne and seized center stage all in one action.
From Slate ● Aug. 15, 2026
Once rinsed down the drain, these fibers can enter wastewater systems.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 18, 2026
This dread has been my constant companion ever since I lathered up, rinsed and watched handfuls of dirty blonde strands circle the drain three weeks ago.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 9, 2025
They also advised that all food waste shout be put into a food waste caddy and recyclable materials should be rinsed to help stop them being attacked by birds, animals or other vermin.
From BBC ● Mar. 14, 2025
Then I soaped my entire body, head to toe, and rinsed off by swimming around for a couple laps.
From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña
