Meaning
wash, washing
- the action or cycle of washing something, such as clothes or a vehicle
- the cleansing or flushing of an internal organ in medical contexts
In a sentence
Questa camicia delicata richiede un lavaggio a mano a freddo.
This delicate shirt requires a cold hand wash.
Quanto tempo dura il lavaggio rapido della lavatrice?
How long does the washing machine's quick wash cycle last?
Porto spesso l'auto al lavaggio automatico vicino alla stazione.
I often take the car to the automatic car wash near the station.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| lavaggio | masculine · singular |
| lavaggi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Commonly found on washing machine programs, e.g., 'lavaggio rapido' (quick wash).