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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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First Known Use of WASHABLE
1821
WASHABLE Defined for Kids
washable
adjective wash·able \ˈwȯ-shə-bəl, ˈwä-\
Definition of WASHABLE for Kids
: capable of being cleansed without damage <a washable jacket>
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washable
adjective wash·able \ˈwȯsh-ə-bəl\
Medical Definition of WASHABLE
1
: capable of being washed without damage
2
: soluble in water <washable ointment bases>
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