What is the meaning of wash away?

verb

  • Eliminate.
    • usage: "wash away all the differences"
  • Remove by the application of water or other liquid and soap or some other cleaning agent.
    • usage: "he washed the dirt from his coat"; "The nurse washed away the blood"; "Can you wash away the spots on the windows"; "he managed to wash out the stains"
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