enxaguar
1. to wash something quickly with water to remove soap, dirt, or other substances
Rinse the dishes before putting them in the dishwasher.
Enxague os pratos antes de colocá-los na máquina de lavar louça.
2. to wash one's mouth with water or liquid, typically for cleaning or medicinal purposes
I rinse my mouth with mouthwash every morning.
Eu enxaguo minha boca com enxaguante bucal toda manhã.
3. a quick washing with water
Give the vegetables a quick rinse under cold water.
Dê uma enxaguada rápida nos vegetais sob água fria.
4. a liquid used for rinsing, especially for hair or mouth
Hair rinse can add shine and smoothness to your locks.
O enxaguante capilar pode adicionar brilho e maciez aos fios.
In both Brazilian and American English, rinsing is a standard household practice. In Brazil, 'enxaguar' is commonly used in cooking, cleaning, and personal hygiene contexts. The phrase 'rinse and repeat' from shampoo bottles has become a cultural idiom in English-speaking countries meaning to do something over and over again.
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