Phrasal Verb


A phrase that consists of a verb with a preposition or adverb or both, the meaning of which is different from the meaning of its separate parts.


Phrasal Verb:
rinse something out

Meaning / Example:

1. to clean cloth or clothing partially by immersing it in water and squeezing it out.
> Can you please rinse this rag out? It's all dirty.

2. to launder something delicate, such as feminine underwear, using a mild soap.
> After I rinse out some things, I will be right with you.

3. to clean the inside of a container partially by flushing it out with water.
> Rinse the bottle out and throw it away.


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A phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or adverb or both and that functions as a verb whose meaning is different from the combined meanings of the individual words

A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
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