rinsing

noun

rins·​ing ˈrin(t)-siŋ 

1

: dregs, residue

—usually used in plural

2

: water that has been used for rinsing

—usually used in plural

Examples of rinsing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

How to Protect Yourself Against Cyclosporiasis The CDC says that the Cyclospora parasite is particularly hardy, so routine rinsing or washing of produce is unlikely to kill it. — Jane Yoon Scott, EverydayHealth.com, 7 July 2026

One study estimates global rice consumption at 510 million tons, which translates to approximately 135 billion gallons of water used in rice rinsing. — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2026

For otherwise healthy mouths without an active infection, daily antiseptic rinsing may be worth reconsidering in favor of standard brushing and flossing. — Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026

However, some higher-end models have built-in food-waste disposals, and pre-rinsing is not as efficient as scraping for modern dishwashers. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 14 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for rinsing

• mincing
• wincing
• convincing
• evincing
• unconvincing