washing

noun

wash·​ing ˈwȯ-shiŋ 

ˈwä-

1

: the act or action of one that cleanses with water

2

: material obtained by washing

3

: articles washed or to be washed : wash

Examples of washing in a Sentence

These shirts will look great even after repeated washings.

Recent Examples on the Web

But the cost that catches buyers off guard most is maintenance, which can include seasonal HVAC servicing, pest control, tree trimming, power washing, gutter cleaning, and stone repointing. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 27 June 2026

Potatoes were cut prior to washing. — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado june 26, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026

This includes tight ponytails and buns, and aggressive hair washing practices, such as using drying shampoo. — Parents, 25 June 2026

However, there are certain items that need routine washing to stay in tip-top shape, and our sheets are one of the most important. — Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 25 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing washing

• do the washing-up
• put the washing out
• washing machine
• washing powder
• washing soda
• washing-up liquid

Rhymes for washing

• quashing
• sloshing
• squashing
• brainwashing
• handwashing
• whitewashing

Kids Definition

washing

noun

wash·​ing ˈwȯsh-iŋ 

ˈwäsh-

: articles washed or to be washed