dishwasher

noun

dish·​wash·​er ˈdish-ˌwȯ-shər How to pronounce dishwasher (audio)
-ˌwä-
1
: a worker employed to wash dishes
2
: a machine for washing dishes

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Aim for shorter dishwasher cycles, with fewer plastic items. Will Stone, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024 Another measure to reduce single-use resources is the introduction of dishwashers in Deluxe Studio rooms, a first for DVC properties. Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024 Another way to keep these pricier glasses in good shape is to avoid the dishwasher. Laura Denby, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024 The basket and grill trays are fully dishwasher safe, too. Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 9 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dishwasher 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of dishwasher was in the 15th century

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“Dishwasher.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dishwasher. Accessed 28 Dec. 2024.

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dishwasher

noun
dish·​wash·​er ˈdish-ˌwȯsh-ər How to pronounce dishwasher (audio)
-ˌwäsh-
: a person or a machine that washes dishes

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