rinsing

[ rin-sing ]

noun

1. an act or instance of rinsing.
2. Usually rinsings. the liquid with which anything has been rinsed.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rinsing¹

First recorded in 1325–75, rinsing is from the Middle English word rinsynge. See rinse, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

After a thorough rinsing and before toweling them dry, I give my scallops a milk bath, letting them soak for as long as it takes to prep my ingredients.

From Salon

Gershon did what he could to help his friend, rinsing away the blood.

From BBC

As baking soda is alkaline, soaking longer than 15 minutes and not rinsing thoroughly may break down the skins of delicate fruits and vegetables, affecting their texture and flavor.

From Salon

Under spray cleaning or rinsing conditions, neither conventional Leidenfrost nor cold droplets at room temperature can fully eliminate deposited particulates from surface roughness.

From Science Daily

Add a hand-held nozzle to the shower head to facilitate rinsing off while seated.

From Seattle Times