Rinse out Meaning in English
expression
ˈɹɪns/ /ˈaʊt
RINS-owt
ɹˈɪns/ /ˈaʊt
rins-OWT
Definition
To wash something quickly with clean water to remove soap, dirt, or any remaining substance, usually after using it.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to using water only, without soap or detergent. Common with containers (glasses, bottles), laundry (clothes), and the mouth ('rinse out your mouth'). Not as thorough as 'wash'—meant to remove light residue. Often followed by the object ('rinse out the cup').
Spanish: enjuagar - aclarar (vaso, ropa)Portuguese (BR): enxaguarPortuguese (PT): enxaguarChinese (Simplified): 冲洗 - 漱口Chinese (Traditional): 沖洗 - 漱口Hindi: धोकर साफ़ करना - कुल्ला करनाArabic: شطف - غسيل سريعBengali: ধুয়ে নেওয়া - পানি দিয়ে ধুয়ে ফেলাRussian: прополоскать - ополоснутьJapanese: すすぐVietnamese: tráng qua - súc rửaKorean: 헹구다Turkish: durulamakUrdu: پانی سے دھو لیناIndonesian: membilas
Example Sentences
Please rinse out the glass before using it.
basic
She always rinses out her mouth after brushing her teeth.
basic
Can you rinse out these bottles for me?
basic
Don’t forget to rinse out your paintbrushes after you’re done.
natural
If you rinse out your swimsuit, it’ll last longer.
natural
I just need to rinse out this mug, then we can go.
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