bathed

word · lemma: bathe

Definition

Past tense of 'bathe': to wash yourself or someone else in a bath or, less commonly, to cover something in liquid or light.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used in British English for washing in a bath. In American English, 'bathe' often means 'swim.' Can also mean covered in something (like 'bathed in light'). Common combinations: 'bathed in sunlight,' 'bathed the baby.' Rare for showering.

Example Sentences

The room was bathed in golden sunlight.

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The dog was dirty, so I bathed it.

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She bathed the baby last night.

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He bathed in the river during summer.

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She felt completely relaxed after she bathed in lavender oil.

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After a long hike, we bathed our tired feet in the cool lake.

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