Definitions for eyewashˈaɪˌwɒʃ, ˈaɪˌwɔʃ
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
eye•washˈaɪˌwɒʃ, ˈaɪˌwɔʃ(n.)
Ref: Also called collyrium.
nonsense; bunk.
Category: Informal
Origin of eyewash:
1865–70
Princeton's WordNet
eye-lotion, eyewash, collyrium(noun)
lotion consisting of a solution used as a cleanser for the eyes
Wiktionary
eyewash(Noun)
A soothing medicated lotion for the eyes
eyewash(Noun)
nonsense; flattery; pretentiousness.
eyewash(Noun)
A means of creating a deceptively favourable impression of something or someone; something for appearance only.
Webster Dictionary
Eyewash(noun)
see Eyewater
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