Washed: meaning, definitions and examples
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washed
[ wɒʃt ]
past tense
Washed is the simple past tense of the verb 'wash.' To wash means to clean something using water and often soap or detergent. This action is often applied to various items such as clothes, dishes, or even oneself. The term implies thorough cleaning, removing dirt, or impurities from the surface of an object.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I washed my hands before dinner.
- She washed the car yesterday.
- They washed the dishes after the meal.
color
Washed can also refer to a color that has been lightened or faded, usually through exposure to water or chemicals. When referring to clothing or materials, 'washed' indicates that the item has undergone a washing process that alters its original coloration. This often gives a softer, more muted appearance to the fabric.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He wore a washed denim jacket.
- The washed-out colors of the artwork give it a vintage feel.
- She prefers washed linen for its softness.
Translations
Translations of the word "washed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 lavado
- lavado a mano
- lavado de cara
🇮🇳 धोया हुआ
- धोया
- साफ किया हुआ
🇩🇪 gewaschen
- gewaschenes
- abwaschen
🇮🇩 dicuci
- dicuci bersih
- dibersihkan
🇺🇦 помите
- вимите
- очищене
🇵🇱 umyty
- umyty
- wyprany
🇯🇵 洗った
- 洗浄された
- 清潔な
🇫🇷 lavé
- nettoyé
- lavé à la main
🇪🇸 lavado
- limpio
- lavado a mano
🇹🇷 yıkanmış
- temizlenmiş
- yıkanan
🇰🇷 씻은
- 세탁된
- 깨끗한
🇸🇦 مغسول
- نظيف
- مغسول يدويًا
🇨🇿 umyto
- vyprané
- vyčištěné
🇸🇰 umyť
- vyprané
- umyté
🇨🇳 洗过的
- 清洗的
- 洗净的
🇸🇮 oprano
- očiščeno
- oprana
🇮🇸 þvegið
- hreinsað
- þvegið hendur
🇰🇿 жуылған
- тазартылған
- жуу
🇬🇪 ბანაობილი
- გაწმენდილი
- გარეცხილი
🇦🇿 yuyulmuş
- təmizlənmiş
- yuyulmuş əl
🇲🇽 lavado
- limpio
- lavado a mano
Word origin
The word 'wash' comes from the Old English 'wæscan,' which is linked to the Proto-Germanic '*waskijan,' meaning 'to wet' or 'to moisten.' Its roots can also be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root '*w(e)g-' meaning 'to be strong, be lively.' Over time, 'wash' evolved and its past tense 'washed' was formed by adding '-ed' to indicate the completed action. The concept of washing has been essential in human societies for cleanliness and hygiene, evolving through various cultural practices and technological advancements. The frequency and methods of washing have varied throughout history, but the fundamental need remains: to cleanse and sanitize. As societies grew and developed, the term expanded beyond personal hygiene, encompassing the washing of clothing, dishes, and other items integral to daily life.