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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Hoodies are made from cotton, cotton blends, or polyester — all washable materials. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2025 The brand just dropped a slew of fall dresses crafted from luxe fabrics like cashmere and washable silk at a fraction of the cost of designer alternatives. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025 The Hatch Baby lamp for middle-of-the-night feedings and check-ins, swaddles for coziness, a bedside bassinet, and a lounger that’s both washable and breathable. Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025 This airline-compatible pet carrier features a washable fleece bed, Pet Connect access and seat belt loop for secure travel. Jessica Moore, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for washable

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 18 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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