washer

noun

Meaning

Something that washes; especially an appliance such as a washing machine or dishwasher.
A person who washes (especially clothes) for a living; a washerman or washerwoman.
A flat disk, placed beneath a nut or at some joint, to distribute pressure, alleviate friction or prevent leakage.
A face cloth.
To fit (a mechanical device) with a washer.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

washing machine(English)automatic washer(English)dishwasher(English)scrubber(English)wiper(English)lavage(English)wafer(English)washing(English)dryer(English)stackable(English)detergent(English)gasket(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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