washable

adjective

wash·​able ˈwȯ-shə-bəl How to pronounce washable (audio)
ˈwä-
: capable of being washed without damage
washability noun

Examples of washable in a Sentence

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This little love seat can be disassembled for imaginary playtime, and the covers are fully washable. Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025 Reviewers also appreciate that the set is fully machine-washable and comes in colors ranging from classic black and heathered grey to soft pink and wine red hues. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2025 Some slippers are machine-washable, while others can only be spot cleaned or dry cleaned. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025 The pillow is 100% cotton and machine-washable. Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for washable

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of washable was in 1821

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“Washable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washable. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

washable

adjective
wash·​able ˈwȯsh-ə-bəl How to pronounce washable (audio)
ˈwäsh-
: capable of being washed without damage
a washable silk
washability noun

Medical Definition

washable

adjective
wash·​able ˈwȯsh-ə-bəl How to pronounce washable (audio)
1
: capable of being washed without damage
2
: soluble in water
washable ointment bases

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