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Definition whitewash in British English

whitewash noun

noun
/ˈwaɪtˌwɒʃ/
1

an attempt to stop people discovering the true facts about something, in order to prevent someone in authority from being criticized

Synonyms and related words
spot fixing ploy hoax
2

an occasion when a player or a team wins a game so easily that the other person or team does not score any points

Synonyms and related words
grand slam victory win
Synonyms and related words
coat creosote distemper
Definition whitewash in British English