rinse
word
/ˈɹɪns/
/ɹˈɪns/
Definition
To wash something quickly with clean water to remove soap, dirt, or residue.
Usage & Nuances
'Rinse' is commonly used for hair, mouth, dishes, or clothes. Often follows 'wash' to indicate removing soap. Collocations: 'rinse out,' 'rinse off,' 'give it a rinse.' Not as strong as 'wash' (less scrubbing).
Spanish: enjuagarPortuguese (BR): enxaguarPortuguese (PT): enxaguarChinese (Simplified): 冲洗Chinese (Traditional): 沖洗Hindi: कुल्लाArabic: شطفBengali: ধুয়ে ফেলাRussian: прополоскатьJapanese: すすぐVietnamese: xả (rửa sạch bằng nước)Korean: 헹구다Turkish: durulamakUrdu: دھونا (پانی سے)Indonesian: membilas
Example Sentences
Please rinse your hands before dinner.
basic
After you shampoo your hair, rinse it well.
basic
You should rinse the dishes before putting them away.
basic
Just give your mouth a quick rinse after brushing.
natural
I usually rinse my fruit before eating it, just to be safe.
natural
That glass isn’t dirty, just rinse it off and use it.
natural