Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wash-away

verb

/ˈwɔːʃ əˈweɪ/

Definition

To remove or erode something through the action of water.

Examples

The heavy rains caused the dirt path to wash away, leaving behind a muddy trail.
We used soap to wash away the grime on the dishes after dinner.
Parts of the cliff began to wash away due to the constant crashing of the waves.

Meaning

The term ‘wash-away’ refers to the process wherein water either cleanses a surface of dirt and impurities or erodes soil and material due to heavy rainfall, floods, or movement in a body of water.