washing

noun verb

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: wash-ing (2)
English Definition

The act of cleaning something with water and soap.

Example Sentence

She has finished the washing.

US IPA /ˈwɑːʃɪŋ/
UK IPA /ˈwɒʃɪŋ/

Synonyms

cleaning laundering rinsing scrubbing

Antonyms

soiling dirtying