Pronunciation: /bliːtʃ/
noun a chemical used for whitening or sterilizing
A1 I use bleach to clean my white clothes.
A2 She spilled bleach on her jeans and now they have white spots.
B1 The bleach in the laundry room is running low.
B2 The bleach solution is strong enough to remove tough stains.
C1 The industrial bleach used in hospitals is highly concentrated.
C2 The chemical composition of bleach can vary depending on its intended use.
verb to whiten or sterilize with bleach
A1 I bleach my white clothes to make them brighter.
A2 She bleaches her hair blonde every few months.
B1 The cleaning lady bleached the bathroom tiles to remove the stains.
B2 It is not recommended to bleach colored fabrics as it may cause damage.
C1 Professional cleaners often use industrial strength bleach to sanitize surfaces.
C2 The artist bleached the canvas before starting the painting to create a smooth base.
formal The bleach is used to disinfect surfaces in hospitals.
informal I spilled bleach on my favorite shirt and now it's ruined.
slang I need to bleach my roots before they start showing.
figurative Her harsh words seemed to bleach the joy right out of the room.
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