presoak

presoak
v. /pree sohk"/; n. /pree"sohk'/, v.t.
1. to soak (laundry) in a liquid containing agents that loosen dirt, remove stains, etc., before washing.
n.
2. a preparation in which laundry is presoaked.
3. an act or instance of presoaking.
[1915-20; PRE- + SOAK]

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