rinsing

[ rin-sing ]

noun

1. an act or instance of rinsing.
2. Usually rinsings. the liquid with which anything has been rinsed.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rinsing¹

First recorded in 1325–75, rinsing is from the Middle English word rinsynge. See rinse, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

DysonA four-stage filtration system prevents fine dust particles from escaping, and the device comes with a pre-filter cleaning tool that doesn’t require messy rinsing.

From Popular-Science

Once cleaning and rinsing is complete, blot the area with a dry towel.

From Washington Post

His wife, Colleen, had been rinsing plates at the sink and putting them in the dishwasher.

From The Daily Beast

I was rinsing vegetables for my supper, and I turned from the sink to reach for a towel, and I saw Dorothy.

From The Daily Beast

The use of the tooth-brush night and morning, and, at least, rinsing the mouth after every meal at which animal food is taken.

From Project Gutenberg

If they require a second water put alum to that also as well as to the rinsing and blue water.

From Project Gutenberg

After rinsing them in clean water, wash them well in a fresh soap liquor.

From Project Gutenberg

Do not wet the carpet, wipe it lightly and quickly, rinsing the cloth often, but wringing it out hard.

From Project Gutenberg

The second water from the flannels may be used for the first rinsing of the cotton clothes.

From Project Gutenberg