Definition

A large container used for washing clothes or soaking items in water.

Example

She filled the washtub with soapy water to wash the dirty clothes.

Conversation

Do you remember where I put the washtub for laundry?

I think it's still in the garage, but I'm not sure.

I really need it to soak some clothes today.

Let me help you look for it; it should be around here somewhere.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Washtub** → The word is formed from "wash" (from Old English *wascan*, meaning to cleanse or make clean) and "tub" (from Old English *tubb*, meaning a container or vessel). A washtub is a container used for washing clothes or other items.

Memory Tip

Think of 'washing' something to make it clean in a 'container' — that's what a washtub is used for.

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