washrag

[ wosh-rag, wawsh- ]

noun

1. washcloth.

washrag

/ ˈwɒʃˌræɡ /

noun

1. See flannel
   another word for flannel

Word History and Origins

Origin of washrag¹

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90; wash + rag ¹

Example Sentences

I washed my face and lay on the cot with a washrag soaked in cold water on my throbbing eye.

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Wouldn't another envelope arrangement of chintz lined with rubber cloth make a good washrag bag or sponge bag?

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"If Zaidee was in need of that washrag, she'd be a blackamoor before she gets it," said Eunice.

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"Cricket is afraid she'll get her washrag done, if she works on it," laughed Eunice.

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Unfortunately he hated water and was said by the naughty-minded to turn seasick at the touch of a washrag.

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