Definition

Washed by the manufacturer to make it softer or give it a faded look, often used for clothing and textiles.

Example

I bought a pair of prewashed jeans that feel really soft.

Conversation

I just bought some prewashed jeans for the summer.

Oh nice! I love how soft they feel right away.

Yeah, I can't stand stiff denim when it's hot outside.

Exactly! It’s great to skip that rough first wear.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prewashed → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "washed" (from Old English "wascan", meaning to wash). The word "prewashed" means something that has been washed beforehand.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has been 'washed before' — 'pre-' means before, and 'washed' refers to the act of cleaning.

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