stonewashed

adjective

stone·​washed ˈstōn-ˌwȯsht How to pronounce stonewashed (audio)
-ˌwäsht
also -ˌwȯrsht
or -ˌwärsht
: subjected to a washing process during manufacture that includes the use of abrasive stones especially to create a softer fabric
stonewashed denim jeans

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Tonello treated the fabrics with a range of finishing techniques, including ozone, laser and NoStone, the company’s process for achieving stonewashed effects without pumice stones. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026 Floral and stonewashed styles are flat-woven, while some striped and solid designs have a soft terry backing. — ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026 For a grungier denim take, consider this stonewashed gray, split-hem option that’ll add a vintage feel to any outfit. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 18 July 2026 Save big on one of our favorite sets of stonewashed linen sheets from The Citizenry this week. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 30 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for stonewashed

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First Known Use

1981, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stonewashed was in 1981

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stonewashed

adjective
stone·​washed -ˌwȯsht How to pronounce stonewashed (audio)
-ˌwäsht
: subjected to a washing process during manufacture that includes using stones especially to create a softer fabric
stonewashed jeans
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