Meaning of unwashed in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    unwashed

    Definitions

    1. of or associated with the great masses of people

    Examples

    • « the common people in those days suffered greatly »
    • « behavior that branded him as common »
    • « his square plebeian nose »
    • « a vulgar and objectionable person »
    • « the unwashed masses »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. not cleaned with or as if with soap and water

    Examples

    • « a sink full of unwashed dishes »

    Synonyms

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  • « Cut your morning devotions into your personal grooming. You would not go out to work with a dirty face. Why start the day with the face of your soul unwashed? »
    Robert A. Cook

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