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dish soap vs washing-up liquid
The liquid detergent used for washing dishes by hand.
American
dish soap
“We're out of dish soap, so add a bottle to the shopping list.”
British
washing-up liquid
“We're out of washing-up liquid, so add a bottle to the shopping list.”
Good to know
Americans say "dish soap" (or "dishwashing liquid"), while Britons say "washing-up liquid." The British term reflects the common UK phrase "doing the washing-up" for cleaning dishes after a meal.
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