noun
- the act of washing one’s hands and face
- a meeting held after an event to discuss what happened and what was learned
- a person who has failed or is no longer successful
Usage: chiefly British
Usage: informal
Usage: informal; derogatory
Examples
- I need a quick washup before dinner.
- The team held a washup meeting after the project ended.
- After the scandal, many considered him a complete washup.
- She went to the bathroom for a washup.
- The coach called for a washup session to review the game.
- Don’t listen to him – he’s just a washup trying to relive his glory days.