washer

noun

wash·​er ˈwȯ-shər How to pronounce washer (audio)
ˈwä-
1
: a flat thin ring or a perforated plate used in joints or assemblies to ensure tightness, prevent leakage, or relieve friction
2
: one that washes
especially : washing machine

Examples of washer in a Sentence

We bought a new washer and dryer.
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According to a February invoice obtained by Politico, the agency is weighing a $25,000 investment to install a washer and dryer. Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 7 Mar. 2025 If the cubes get dirty, say from muddy shoes or wet clothes, simply turn them inside out and toss them in the washer. Ryan Krogh, Outside Online, 5 Mar. 2025 Wash clothes in your washer with the cold water setting. Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 26 Feb. 2025 The house with six bedrooms and 6 ½ bathrooms has a theater, two bars, a garage with A/C that allows for stacking cars, an exercise room next to the primary suite, a glass-tiled pool, a 700-bottle wine wall, a steam shower, four washers and dryers, artificial turf and a putting green. Catherine Reagor, The Arizona Republic, 16 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for washer

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of washer was in the 14th century

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“Washer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washer. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

washer

noun
wash·​er ˈwȯsh-ər How to pronounce washer (audio)
ˈwäsh-
1
: a ring (as of metal) used to make something fit tightly or to prevent rubbing
2
: one that washes
especially : washing machine

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