washdown
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of washdown
First recorded in 1945–50; noun use of verb phrase wash down
Example Sentences
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With plenty of fishing room, the 11-foot, seven-inch-long cockpit includes a top-loading freezer, removable in-deck fish boxes, transom baitwell, fresh- and salt-water washdown systems, tackle storage and bait-prep center.
From Time Magazine Archive
Adapting the design for fishing, the Foiler 2200 has integrated live wells, a custom T-top, bow dodger, salt water washdown and two insulated fishboxes.
From Time Magazine Archive
Full bait and tackle stations are abetted by a 35-gallon bait well with raw-water washdown and lots of rod stowage.
From Time Magazine Archive
The cockpit is utilitarian, with a raw-water washdown, under-gunwale racks for three rods, and cockpit bolsters on each side.
From Time Magazine Archive
The washout and washdown water-closets are an improvement upon the hopper closets.
From The Home Medical Library, Volume V (of VI) by Kenelm Winslow
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