Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Washout.
How to pronounce washout:
UK
Washout - as a noun
The channel or break produced by erosion of relatively soft soil by water
Example: "It was several days after the storm before they could repair the washout and open the road"
The erosive process of washing away soil or gravel by water (as from a roadway)
Example: "From the house they watched the washout of their newly seeded lawn by the water"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
washHypernyms (Closely Related)
soil erosionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The heavy rain caused a washout on the road."
"The construction crew had to delay their work due to a washout."
"The picnic was cancelled because of the washout."
"The storm caused a washout of the riverbank."
"The tennis match was postponed due to a washout."
Word Game Points
Is WASHOUT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, washout is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
WASHOUT has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is WASHOUT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, washout is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordWASHOUT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is WASHOUT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, washout is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordWASHOUT has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
