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\ ˈwȯsht-ˈau̇t 
, ˈwäsht- \
, ˈwäsht- \Definition of washed-out
1 : faded in color
2 : depleted in vigor or animation : exhausted
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washed-out
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of washed-out
of a color : not bright : very light or faded
: very tired and without energy
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The first known use of washed-out was in 1796
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