washable

Can be cleaned

Washable describes something that can be cleaned with water without being damaged: washable markers, machine washable fabrics.

The term appears most often on clothing labels and product packaging to indicate safe cleaning methods.

What counts as washable depends on the material—some items are hand washable but not machine washable.

cleaning

launder

Wash fabric or funds

  • rinseWash without scrubbing
  • scrubClean by rubbing hard
  • soapFatty alkali cleanser

detergent · suds · shampoo · bleach · spot-clean · pre-soak · cycle · spin · agitate · tumble

fabric

cotton

Plant fiber for textiles

  • linenFlax-derived textile
  • polyesterSynthetic petroleum-based fabric
  • nylonSynthetic textile polymer

spandex · denim · flannel · jersey · knit · microfiber · canvas · rayon · twill · chambray

practical

convenient

Easy to use

time-saving · cost-effective · quick-dry · user-friendly · everyday · versatile · functional · fuss-free

sustainable

eco-friendly

Not harming the environment

cloth · recyclable · green · plastic-free

hygiene

sanitizable

Able to be disinfected

sterile · antimicrobial · hypoallergenic · non-toxic · allergen-free · medical-grade

durable

hardwearing

Resistant to damage

reinforced · heavy-duty · robust · tough · fade-resistant · wear-resistant · well-made

Categories
Opposites
care method

washableunwashable

Cannot be cleaned

nonwashable · dry-clean · delicate

durability/reusability

washabledisposable

Made for one use

single-use · throwaway · unerasable · permanent · indelible

permanence

washablepermanent

Fixed without end

unerasable · indelible · ineradicable · fast · colorfast

Phrases
Family

washables, washability

Familiarity
Top 20,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G