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soap

Pronunciation: [soʊp]

Word

Context: "cleaning"

(noun) a solid or liquid substance that you use with water to clean your body, hands, or other things. Soap helps remove dirt and germs, so it keeps you clean.

Example

I used soap to wash my hands before dinner.

Example

She forgot to bring soap to the beach, so she couldn't clean herself properly.

Example

Do you have any soap in the bathroom?

Context: "media"

(noun) a type of television or radio program that tells a story about people and their lives. These stories often have lots of drama and emotions, just like a long movie.

Example

My favorite soap opera has exciting twists in every episode.

Example

He doesn't like watching soap operas because they seem very unrealistic.

Example

Which soap opera do you think has the best storyline?

Context: "cleaning"

(verb) to cover something with soap or to wash it with soap to make it clean. When you soap something, you are making sure it is fresh and clean.

Example

I will soap the dishes before rinsing them.

Example

I didn't soap the car well enough, so it still looks dirty.

Example

Did you remember to soap the windows before washing them?

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