whitewash


Definition: Meaning of, whitewash in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈwʌɪtwɒʃ /

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  1. [uncountable and countable] a report or examination of events that hides the true facts about something so that the person who is responsible will not be punished [=  cover-up]
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  2. [uncountable] a white liquid mixture used especially for painting walls
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  3. [countable] an occasion in sport when one player or team defeats an opponent easily, without the opponent getting any points, GOAL s etc
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Prsesent Past Past Participle
whitewash whitewashed whitewashed
Present Participle Third Person Singular
whitewashing whitewashes
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  1. to cover something with whitewash
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  2. to hide the true facts about a serious accident or illegal action
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  3. to defeat an opponent in sport easily, without the opponent getting any points, GOAL s etc
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