wash something down

Related to word: wash

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Definition (clean)

  1. to cleanse a sizeable item or surface using a liquid

    • While cleaning the kitchen, I washed down the cutting board and knives with water.

    • To remove the dirt, we washed down the car with a pressure washer.

    • After cleaning the backyard, I washed down the patio with a hose.

Definition (consume)

  1. to consume food or medicine by using a drink that assists with swallowing

    • He washed the pill down with a glass of water.

    • I always wash down tough-to-eat food with a drink.

    • She washed the tough cookie down with some milk.