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washrag

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A square piece of cloth for washing the face and body.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Southern-US

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: face washer, flannel, washcloth

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: rag

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noun

Meaning 2

bath linen consisting of a piece of cloth used to wash the face and body

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: washcloth, flannel, face cloth

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: bath linen

History

Etymology

From wash + rag.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: washandje — square piece of cloth for washing the face and body
  • Polish: myjka — square piece of cloth for washing the face and body