"washable nappy" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: washable nappies [plural]
Etymology: Due to cloth nappies being reusable after washing; hence, being washable, which disposable nappies are not. Head templates: {{en-noun}} washable nappy (plural washable nappies)
  1. (UK, Commonwealth) Synonym of cloth nappy. Tags: Commonwealth, UK Synonyms: cloth nappy [synonym, synonym-of]
    Sense id: en-washable_nappy-en-noun-m9vOQxFm Categories (other): British English, Commonwealth English, English entries with incorrect language header

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          "ref": "1975, David Harvey, The Baby Book, Marshall Cavendish, page 101",
          "text": "Terry towelling squares. These are still the most popular washable nappies in Britain and have a lot to be said for them.",
          "type": "quotation"
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          "ref": "2020, Yehudi Gordon, Birth And Beyond, Ebury Publishing, page 532",
          "text": "Wherever possible, use mild soaps and laundry detergent – the detergent is significant if you are using washable nappies.",
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