unwashed Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite of or associated with the great masses of people
    vulgar; common; plebeian.
    • the common people in those days suffered greatly
    • behavior that branded him as common
    • his square plebeian nose
    • a vulgar and objectionable person
    • the unwashed masses
  2. adjective satellite not cleaned with or as if with soap and water
    • a sink full of unwashed dishes

WordNet


Un*washed" adjective
Definitions
  1. Not washed or cleansed; filthy; unclean. The great unwashed. people who are not wealthy.

Webster 1913