prewash
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈpriːwɒʃ/
KK: /priˈwɔʃ/
noun
Definition
A quick rinse given to items before they are thoroughly cleaned.
Example
Before putting the dishes in the dishwasher, I always give them a prewash to remove any leftover food.
Conversation
Hey, do you think I should give my dishes a quick prewash before putting them in the dishwasher?
Absolutely! It helps get rid of any stuck food.
I figured it might save some energy and time in the long run.
Definitely, and your dishes will come out so much cleaner.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rinse
soak
wash
Antonyms
dry
neglect
ignore
verb
Definition
To rinse or wash something lightly before the main washing process.
Example
I always prewash my vegetables before cooking them.
Tense Forms
Past: prewashed
Past Participle: prewashed
Conversation
Hey, do you think I should prewash the dishes before putting them in the dishwasher?
Definitely! It helps get rid of any stuck-on food.
Good idea! I always forget to prewash them.
Root Explanation
Prewash → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "wash" (from Old English "wascan", meaning to cleanse with water). The word "prewash" means to wash something before the main washing process.
Memory Tip
Think of washing something 'before' ('pre-') the main wash — that's what prewash means.
Visually Confused Words
rewash
preharsh