washable

1 of 2

adjective

wash·​able ˈwȯ-shə-bəl 

ˈwä-

: capable of being washed without damage

washability

ˌwȯ-shə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

ˌwä-

noun

washability

2 of 2

noun

wash·​abil·​i·​ty ˌwȯshəˈbilətē 

ˌwäsh-, 

ˌwȯish-

: the quality or state of being washable

Examples of washable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Made from washable silk for easy maintenance, these pants come in seven colors and can be dressed up or down with ease. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026

The swivel chairs feature plush cushions that are also waterproof, removable, and washable. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026

With a soft and fuzzy feel, the machine-washable rug is equal parts cozy and practical. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 26 June 2026

Their proprietary InfuseRFID technology, which embeds durable, washable RFID tags directly into garments, won the Sustainable Product Award at the 2026 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 24 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1821, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing washable

• machine washable

Kids Definition

washable

adjective

wash·​able ˈwȯsh-ə-bəl 

ˈwäsh-

: capable of being washed without damage

a washable silk

washability

ˌwȯsh-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

ˌwäsh-

noun

Medical Definition

washable

adjective

wash·​able ˈwȯsh-ə-bəl 

1

: capable of being washed without damage

2

: soluble in water

washable ointment bases