wash-and-wear
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ənˈwɛər, ˈwɔʃ- adjective
noting or pertaining to a garment that can be washed, that dries quickly, and that requires little or no ironing; drip-dry.
Origin:
1955–60
1955–60
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| wash-and-wear | |
| —adj | |
| (of fabrics, garments, etc) requiring only light washing, short drying time, and little or no ironing | |
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Wash-and-wear
is always a great word to know.
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Example sentences
First our scientists brought forth wash-and-wear cotton shirts.
Wash-and-wear uniforms will be exempt from uniform maintenance pay.
Generally, when wash-and-wear garments are removed promptly from the dryer, they don't need ironing.
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