Meaning of the word bathe in English

What does bathe mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bathe

US /beɪð/

UK /beɪð/

wash (someone or something) while immersing them in water

Example:

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She bathed the baby gently.

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He bathed his sore feet in warm water.

Synonym:

wash cleanse rinse soak immerse

take a bath

Example:

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I need to bathe before dinner.

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He likes to bathe in the morning.

Synonym:

take a bath wash cleanse

cover or surround with a liquid or light

Example:

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The room was bathed in warm sunlight.

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The entire landscape was bathed in moonlight.

Synonym:

cover envelop immerse flood drench

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