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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The only thing better than silk is washable silk. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2025 Cut the fabric into squares and add them to your fabric or quilt stash, or make cozy bedding or a washable cover for a pet bed. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025 The interior designer’s rug line in collaboration with Loloi has so many neutral styles, including machine-washable and outdoor options, and nearly every piece is on sale for up to 53 percent off. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025 Shoppers praise the Serta pet bed for its durability, machine-washable cover and orthopedic memory foam. Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 26 Oct. 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 31 Oct. 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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