rinsing

noun

rins·​ing ˈrin(t)-siŋ How to pronounce rinsing (audio)
Synonyms of rinsingnext
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

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Draining and rinsing removes, on average, 41 percent of the sodium. Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025 Liquid laundry detergent works best for this use; just remember that most liquid laundry detergents are more highly concentrated than dish soaps and use a sparing amount to avoid the need for excessive rinsing. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Dec. 2025 What’s more, this model has a water outlet for all-encompassing rinsing, meaning you won’t be left with puddles. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 28 Nov. 2025 However, there is no scientific evidence that rinsing removes germs. Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rinsing

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of rinsing was in 1703

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“Rinsing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rinsing. Accessed 29 Dec. 2025.

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