washable

adjective

wash·​able ˈwȯ-shə-bəl How to pronounce washable (audio)
ˈwä-
: capable of being washed without damage
washability noun

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These sneakers put comfort first with a specialized insole and washable design. Bestreviews, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026 How to Prepare Your Hat for the Washer Even for machine-washable hats, take a few steps to protect them before tossing them in the washer. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026 While most cotton and flannel fabrics are machine-washable, silk and satin fabrics may require professional cleaning or hand-washing. John Monaco, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026 Plus, the trim is removable and washable. Olivia Dubyak, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026 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 14 Feb. 2026.

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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