washing
Translation
washing, laundry
Examples
I need to do the washing today.
I need to do the washing today.
Hand washing is important for hygiene.
Hand washing is important for hygiene.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) washing the clothes that need to be washed. I need to do the washing today.
((noun)) washing the act of washing something. Hand washing is important for hygiene.
Similar Words
Synonyms: laundry, cleaning
Etymology
From the verb 'to wash' + the '-ing' suffix, forming a gerund or noun referring to the action or result.
Memory Tips
The '-ing' form often refers to the action of the verb. 'Washing' is the action of 'to wash'.