washing machine


noun
  1. an apparatus, especially a household appliance, for washing clothing, linens, etc.

Origin of washing machine

1
First recorded in 1790–1800

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How to use washing machine in a sentence

  • A soap solution is essential for use in the boiler and in washing machines and is useful for rubbing on spots before washing.

  • Of the immense number of patents obtained for improved churns and washing machines, but few are of any real value.

British Dictionary definitions for washing machine

washing machine

noun
  1. a mechanical apparatus, usually powered by electricity, for washing clothing, linens, etc

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