washable

[ wosh-uh-buhl, waw-shuh- ]

/ ˈwɒʃ ə bəl, ˈwɔ ʃə- /

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adjective

capable of being washed without shrinking, fading, or the like.

noun

a washable garment.

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Origin of washable

First recorded in 1615–25; wash + -able

OTHER WORDS FROM washable

wash·a·bil·i·ty, nounnon·wash·a·ble, adjectiveun·wash·a·ble, adjective

Words nearby washable

war zone, was, wasabi, Wasatch Range, wash, washable, wash-and-wear, washateria, washaway, washbasin, washboard

How to use washable in a sentence

The blanket is machine washable with an option to tumble dry.
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Conveniently, this is machine washable and dryer safe when following the manufacturer’s directions.
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The new masks, which the company announced last week, will be washable and feature anti-fog technology, Baumbick said.
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The material is easily washable, non-slip, and rattle-proof.
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The resulting Wool Runners were comfortable, eco-friendly, machine-washable, and super cute—and sold out almost immediately.
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They still have to figure out how the material of the lingerie could be machine washable.
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Delivery shall take place in a room with washable walls, ceilings and doors.
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The kimonos of washable crepe in which they had elected to sleep during the cruise afforded them little warmth.
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It is recommended that physicians provide a special washable gown for each case of measles.
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The curtain at the window, which gives a19 touch of daintiness, is of a washable material.
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For example, grease spots on carpet and non-washable dress goods are best removed by the application of gasoline or benzine.
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British Dictionary definitions for washable

washable

/ (ˈwɒʃəbəl) /

adjective

(esp of fabrics or clothes) capable of being washed without deteriorating

Derived forms of washable

washability, noun

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