wash·able I. \ˈwȯshəbəl, ˈwäsh-, ˈwȯish-, ÷ˈwȯrsh- or ˈwärsh-\adjective 1.: capable of being washed without suffering damage or loss of color < a washable dress > 2.: soluble in water < washable ointment bases — American Druggist > < washableink > II. noun (-s) : a fabric or garment that may be washed without injury or change