Definition of washed–out
1 : faded in color
2 : depleted in vigor or animation : exhausted
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1796
First Known Use of washed–out
1796
WASHED–OUT Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of washed–out for English Language Learners
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of a color : not bright : very light or faded
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: very tired and without energy
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