Dictionary Entry
wash
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Meaning
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To clean something with water or another liquid, or to be cleaned in this way.
Example Sentence
Remember to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after playing outside.
Usage Note
Used to describe the act of cleaning objects, clothes, or oneself using water or a cleaning agent. It can also refer to a quantity of items that need washing, like 'a wash of clothes'.
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