Word: Dishwashing Liquid
Definition: Dishwashing liquid is a type of soap that you use to clean dishes, glasses, pots, and pans. It helps to remove grease and food from these items. It usually comes in a bottle and is made to create a lot of bubbles (or suds) when mixed with water.
Usage Instructions: 1. Dilution: You can use dishwashing liquid directly on a sponge or dishcloth, or you can mix a small amount with water in a bowl or sink. 2. Washing: Scrub the dishes with the soapy sponge to remove food and grease. 3. Rinsing: After washing, rinse the dishes with clean water to remove any soap residue. 4. Drying: You can let them air dry or use a clean towel to dry them.
Example Sentence: "I need to buy some dishwashing liquid because I have a lot of dirty dishes to clean."
Advanced Usage: - Dishwashing liquid can also be used for cleaning other items, such as countertops or even certain types of floors, because it helps remove dirt and grease. - In some cases, people use it in small amounts to make bubbles for children's play or in homemade cleaning solutions.
Word Variants: - Dish soap: Another common name for dishwashing liquid. - Dish detergent: A more technical term that refers to the cleaning agents used in dishwashing liquids.
Different Meanings: - The term "liquid" refers to something that is not solid or gas; it has a fluid form. In other contexts, "liquid" can also refer to an asset that can easily be converted to cash.
Synonyms: - Dish soap - Dish detergent - Washing-up liquid (common term in British English)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs: - There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that include "dishwashing liquid," but you could use phrases like "do the dishes" or "clean up," which relate to the action of washing dishes.