English to English
verb
- prevent or interrupt due to rain
The storm had washed out the game.
source: WordNet 3.0
- wash free from unwanted substances, such as dirt
Wash out your dirty shirt in the sink.
source: WordNet 3.0
- wear or destroy by the force of water
The hail storms had washed out the bridges.
source: WordNet 3.0
- remove by the application of water or other liquid and soap or some other cleaning agent
He washed the dirt from his coat.
The nurse washed away the blood.
Can you wash away the spots on the windows?.
He managed to wash out the stains.
source: WordNet 3.0
- deplete of strength or vitality
The illness washed her out.
source: WordNet 3.0
- drain off the color in the course of laundering
The harsh soap washed out the delicate blouse.
source: WordNet 3.0
- lose color in the process of being washed
The expensive shirt washed out in the German washing machine.
source: WordNet 3.0
