Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

superwash

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 1.26 in modern English

Syllables: su-per-wash
IPA

17

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

3

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

adj

Of wool, that has been treated to make it machine-washable.

Example Sentences

"So, cotton, linen, superwash wool, and anything with nylon or acrylic or rayon or silk can instantly be ruled out for most projects."
"The set is a wonderful gift to make for a new baby, and if worked in superwash wool or a washable blend it's sure to get lots of wear."

Etymology

From super- + wash, from a trademark of the 1970s.

Word Breakdown

Prefix: super

Questions

What does superwash mean?: Of wool, that has been treated to make it machine-washable.
Where does superwash come from?: From super- + wash, from a trademark of the 1970s.

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