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washable

[wosh-uh-buhl, waw-shuh-] / ˈwɒʃ ə bəl, ˈwɔ ʃə- /
ADJECTIVE
able to be washed without being damaged
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
nonwashable


Example Sentences

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While there's sustainable alternatives such as washable nappies, the effort and cost limits how widely they're used.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Mr Machin said the firm was looking forward to a profitable Christmas period, and said sales were going well of its much-loved rose mulled wine, and men's washable tuxedos.

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025

Every time I wear this comfortable, washable cap, someone stops to ask me where they can buy one.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2024

Use reusable or washable rags for cleaning, as opposed to disposable paper towels.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 20, 2024

The tablecloth has the pattern stamped straight on the linen in washable ink, like a paint-by-numbers picture.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver