rinse
Third Person
rinses
Present Participle
rinsing
Past Tense
rinsed
Past Participle
rinsed
1
to clean something quickly with water, often without using soap, in order to remove dirt or other substances
transitive
- He rinsed the lettuce leaves under the faucet to wash away any dirt or debris.
- Before cooking, it's important to rinse fruits and vegetables to remove pesticides or dirt.
- The mechanic rinsed the engine parts with a hose to remove grease and grime.
- After playing in the mud, the children rinsed their hands at the outdoor faucet before going inside.
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2
to wash or clean something with water or another liquid to remove dirt, soap, or other substances
transitive
- After washing the dishes, make sure to rinse them with warm water.
- I rinsed the fruit to remove any pesticides before eating.
- He rinsed the towel under the tap to remove the detergent.
- After scrubbing the floor, he rinsed it with clean water.
- After washing the car, they rinsed it with a hose to remove soap residue.
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3
to flush the mouth or teeth with clear water or mouthwash
transitive
- After brushing, it's important to rinse your mouth with water.
- She rinsed her teeth with mouthwash to get rid of the bad taste.
- He rinsed his mouth with water after eating something spicy.
- Don't forget to rinse your mouth after using fluoride toothpaste.
- I always rinse my mouth after drinking coffee to avoid stains.
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