1
: an instance of presoaking
2
: a preparation used in presoaking clothes
Examples of presoak in a Sentence
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
For added effectiveness when dealing with tough stains, simply presoak with Orange House Laundry Detergent before washing normally.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Apr. 2023
Don’t poke the eggs with a pin, presoak them in vinegar, or even add salt to the water—although eggshells are porous, flavors won’t have time to penetrate an egg during a few minutes of cooking.
—Paul Kita, Men's Health, 15 Dec. 2022
If using wooden skewers, presoak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
—Lisa Lillien, PEOPLE.com, 2 July 2018
Ingredients: Oak chips 10 juniper berries, bruised Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Step 1:
Prepare grill with an even layer of coals, and presoaked chips for smoking.
—For Kroger, The Courier-Journal, 18 Sep. 2017
Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
Plus, its versatile formula can be used during both a regular wash cycle and a presoak cycle in warm or cold water.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2023
High-end models may offer additional cycles, such as a heavy-duty cycle for work clothes, jeans, and towels, as well as presoak and prewash cycles for dealing with difficult stains.
—Rebecca Carhart, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2022
Make a solution by mixing an oxi-presoak with warm water according to package directions and apply it to the stain with a clean cloth.
—Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 9 May 2022
There’s a script right now that mentions a washing machine, presoak.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 2 Feb. 2022
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Verb
Use a sink, bucket, or large plastic container to presoak the socks before adding them to the washer.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
For added effectiveness when dealing with tough stains, simply presoak with Orange House Laundry Detergent before washing normally.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Apr. 2023
Don’t poke the eggs with a pin, presoak them in vinegar, or even add salt to the water—although eggshells are porous, flavors won’t have time to penetrate an egg during a few minutes of cooking.
—Paul Kita, Men's Health, 15 Dec. 2022
If using wooden skewers, presoak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
—Lisa Lillien, PEOPLE.com, 2 July 2018
Ingredients: Oak chips 10 juniper berries, bruised Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Step 1:
Prepare grill with an even layer of coals, and presoaked chips for smoking.
—For Kroger, The Courier-Journal, 18 Sep. 2017
Noun
Chlorine bleach can be used with water in the correct amount as a presoak for cotton socks.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
Plus, its versatile formula can be used during both a regular wash cycle and a presoak cycle in warm or cold water.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2023
High-end models may offer additional cycles, such as a heavy-duty cycle for work clothes, jeans, and towels, as well as presoak and prewash cycles for dealing with difficult stains.
—Rebecca Carhart, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2022
Make a solution by mixing an oxi-presoak with warm water according to package directions and apply it to the stain with a clean cloth.
—Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 9 May 2022
There’s a script right now that mentions a washing machine, presoak.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 2 Feb. 2022
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“Presoak.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/presoak. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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presoak
1 of 2 verb
pre·soak
(ˈ)prē-ˈsōk 
: to soak before washing
presoak
2 of 2 noun
pre·soak
ˈprē-ˈsōk
1
: an instance of presoaking
2
: a product used for presoaking clothes
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