Word: Wash Away
Definition: "Wash away" is a verb phrase that means to remove something using water or another liquid, often with the help of soap or a cleaning agent. It can refer to cleaning dirt, stains, or even emotions and problems in a metaphorical sense.
Usage Instructions: When you use "wash away," think about cleaning something by using a liquid. It is often used in the context of cleaning physical objects, but it can also be used in a more figurative way to talk about emotions or issues.
Examples: 1. Physical Cleaning: "He used soap and water to wash away the mud from his shoes." 2. Metaphorical Use: "The kind words of her friend helped to wash away her worries."
Advanced Usage: In more advanced contexts, "wash away" can also imply a complete removal or elimination of something. For example, "The new policies aim to wash away all the misunderstandings between the two groups."
Word Variants: - Washing away (noun): The act of cleaning something with water. - Washed away (past tense): Something that has been removed by washing.
Different Meanings: - Literally: To clean something off with water. - Figuratively: To eliminate feelings, thoughts, or differences.
Synonyms: - Remove - Clean - Eliminate - Erase - Clear away
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs: - Wash away one's troubles: This idiom means to forget or eliminate your problems, often through relaxation or enjoyment. - Wash out: This can mean to remove something by washing, but it can also mean to cancel an event due to rain.