rinse something out

rinse something out
rinse something out†
1. to clean cloth or clothing partially by immersing it in water and squeezing it out. •

Can you please rinse this rag out? It's all dirty.

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Please rinse out your clothes to make sure there is no soap left in them.

2. to launder something delicate, such as feminine underwear, using a mild soap. •

I have to go rinse a few things out.

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After I rinse out some things, I will be right with you.

3. to clean the inside of a container partially by flushing it out with water. •

Rinse the bottle out and throw it away.

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Rinse out the bottle and throw it away.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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