rinse
verb (used with object)
to wash lightly, as by pouring water into or over or by dipping in water.
rinses
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pluralof rinse.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof rinse (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
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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Every subsequent concert just rinses and repeats the same story.
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
A big challenge is dental plaque, a protective structure known as a biofilm that helps bacteria adhere to teeth and makes them more resistant to removal by saliva, mouth rinses and some antimicrobial agents.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
The researchers suggest that adding arginine to products such as toothpaste or oral rinses could help protect people who are especially prone to cavities.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 9, 2026
The brand touts a variety of products including shampoo, conditioner, a hair oil, a hair mask and a shaking vessel to apply rinses.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 20, 2024
She turns off the oatmeal, rinses the teapot they used the night before, and washes the cups and saucers.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
