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prewash

/ˈpriːwɒʃ/
noun
  1. A preliminary washing cycle, especially in a washing machine, before the main wash.
    • The prewash removes most of the dirt before the main cycle.
    • She added detergent to both the prewash and main wash compartments.
    • Use the prewash setting for heavily soiled clothes.
verb
  1. To wash something lightly before the main washing process.
    • He prewashes the dishes with cold water before putting them in the dishwasher.
    • You should prewash the fabric to prevent colors from bleeding.
    • The chef prewashes the vegetables before chopping them.
Synonyms
soakrinse
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