First Known Use: 1786
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wish–wash
noun \ˈwish-ˌwȯsh, -ˌwäsh\
Definition of WISH-WASH
1
: a weak drink
2
: insipid talk or writing
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Origin of WISH-WASH
reduplication of 2wash
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