wash up

verb

Definition of WASH UP

intransitive verb

: to be deposited by or as if by a swell of waves <seaweed washed up on the shore>

: to wash one's face and hands

British : to wash the dishes after a meal

transitive verb

: to get rid of by washing <wash up the spilled milk>

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