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Definition of Rinse
1. Verb. Wash off soap or remaining dirt. "They rinse the cape "
Specialized synonyms: Flush, Purge, Scour
Generic synonyms: Launder, Wash
Derivative terms: Rinsing
2. Noun. A liquid preparation used on wet hair to give it a tint.
3. Verb. Clean with some chemical process. "They rinse the cape "
Related verbs: Wash, Wash Away, Wash Off, Wash Out, Launder, Wash, Wash
Specialized synonyms: Elute
Generic synonyms: Process, Serve, Swear Out
Derivative terms: Wash, Washable, Washer, Washer
4. Noun. The removal of soap with clean water in the final stage of washing.
Group relationships: Lavation, Wash, Washing
Generic synonyms: Remotion, Removal
5. Verb. Rinse one's mouth and throat with mouthwash. ; "Gargle with this liquid"
6. Noun. The act of giving a light tint to the hair.
7. Noun. Washing lightly without soap.
Definition of Rinse
1. v. t. To wash lightly; to cleanse with a second or repeated application of water after washing.
2. n. The act of rinsing.
Definition of Rinse
1. Verb. (transitive) To wash (something) quickly using water and no soap. ¹
2. Verb. (transitive) To remove soap from (something) using water. ¹
3. Verb. (UK slang) to thoroughly defeat in an argument, fight or other competition. ¹
4. Noun. The action of rinsing. ¹
5. Noun. Any hair dye. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Rinse
1. to cleanse with clear water [v RINSED, RINSING, RINSES] : RINSABLE, RINSIBLE [adj]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Rinse
Literary usage of Rinse
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. 50 Ways Farmers Can Protect Their Groundwater by Michael C. Hirschi, F. William Simmons, Doug Peterson, Ed Giles (1998)
"Triple rinsing To triple-rinse a container: 1. Empty the container into the spray
... Shake or swirl the container vigorously to rinse all inside surfaces. ..."
2. A Cotton Fabrics Glossary by Frank P. Bennett, & Co (1914)
"Repeat operation until shade is dark enough; rinse well. CHROME YELLOW. Pass through
solution 10 gallons water, one pound white sugar lead, squeeze, ..."
3. Suomalais-englantilainen sanakirja by Severi Alanne (1919)
"-sink), rinsing-tub; (kullan-) cradle, rocker, -huo- ne wash-house, -laitos
apparatus for washing; (kullan-) placer, -veil rinse-(1. rins- lng-)water. ..."
4. Suomalais-englantilainen sanakirja by Severi Alanne (1919)
"... rinsing; wash, rinse; hallan ~ washing of gold. huuhkaja ... rinse (hastily),
give . . a hasty rinse. huuhtelu washing: rinse, wash; (lääk. ..."