English Explanatory Dictionary

brownwash

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To rebrand, cover up or divert attention from amoral, illicit or criminal activities by establishing partnerships or connections with legitimate, value-based organizations e.g. NGOs.

Word forms

brownwash brownwashes brownwashing brownwashed

Etymology

From brown (“best colour to cover up dirt”) + -wash.

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