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

Some blankets can only be spot-cleaned, while others have removable, washable covers that can be laundered with everything else. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2026

On a recent episode of her podcast, the 85-year-old business powerhouse brought on Sid Gupta, Quince’s co-founder — and wore one of its washable silk blouses for the occasion. — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2026

Swap the throw pillows, drape a blanket over worn spots, add a slipcover or washable topper and change out the rug, curtains or lighting around it. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026

This machine-washable, stretchy silk style was practically made for elevated outings and needs minimal accessorizing. — Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 23 Oct. 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