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washable

adjective wash·able \ˈwȯ-shə-bəl, ˈwä-\

: able to be washed without being damaged

: able to be removed by washing

Full Definition of WASHABLE

: capable of being washed without damage

— wash·abil·i·ty \ˌwȯ-shə-ˈbi-lə-tē, ˌwä-\ noun

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WASHABILITY Defined for Kids

adjective wash·able \ˈwȯ-shə-bəl, ˈwä-\

: capable of being cleansed without damage <a washable jacket>

Medical Dictionary

adjective wash·able \ˈwȯsh-ə-bəl\

: capable of being washed without damage

: soluble in water <washable ointment bases>

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