<p><strong>verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) to wash lightly, as by pouring water into or over or by dipping in water: to rinse a cup.</li><li>to douse or drench in clean water as a final stage in washing.</li><li>to remove (soap, dirt, etc.) by such a process (often followed by off).</li><li>to use a rinse on (the hair).</li></ul><p><strong>noun</strong></p><ul><li>an act or instance of rinsing.</li><li>the water used for rinsing.</li><li>any preparation that may be used on the hair after washing, especially to tint or condition the hair.</li><li>an act or instance of using such a preparation on the hair.</li></ul>