English Explanatory Dictionary

redwashing

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The practice of a state, organization, political party or company presenting itself as progressive and concerned about social equality and justice, in order to use this perception for public relations or economic gain.
verb
  1. present participle and gerund of redwash

Word forms

redwashing

Etymology

From red + -wash + -ing. The colour red is historically associated with the political left.

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