Acid-Wash

Pronunciation: /ˈæsɪd wɒʃ/

Definitions of acid-wash

noun a type of denim fabric that has been treated with acid to create a faded or worn appearance

Example Sentences

A1 I bought a new acid-wash denim jacket.

A2 She likes to wear acid-wash jeans.

B1 The fashion trend of acid-wash clothing is making a comeback.

B2 The acid-wash effect on the fabric gives it a unique look.

C1 The acid-wash technique involves using chemicals to create a faded appearance on denim.

C2 The acid-wash process can be harmful to the environment if not done properly.

Examples of acid-wash in a Sentence

formal The acid-wash process involves using chemicals to lighten or remove color from denim fabric.

informal I love the acid-wash look on my jeans, it gives them a cool vintage vibe.

slang Those acid-wash shorts are totally rad, where did you get them?

figurative The artist used an acid-wash technique to create a unique and textured effect on the canvas.

Grammatical Forms of acid-wash

• past tense: acid-washed
• plural: acid-washes
• comparative: more acid-wash
• superlative: most acid-wash
• present tense: acid-washes
• future tense: will acid-wash
• perfect tense: have acid-washed
• continuous tense: is acid-washing
• singular: acid-wash
• positive degree: acid-wash
• infinitive: to acid-wash
• gerund: acid-washing
• participle: acid-washed

Origin and Evolution of acid-wash

First Known Use: 1980 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'acid-wash' originated in the fashion industry to describe a process of using acid to create a faded or worn look on denim fabric.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a specific denim treatment, 'acid-wash' has since evolved to describe any process of using acid to create a similar effect on various materials, not just denim.