washer

noun

wash·​er ˈwȯ-shər 

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Wendling chose to handwash the blanket over fears her washer and dryer would damage it. —Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2025

The Washing Machine The only household appliance that may work harder than the dishwasher is the clothes washer. —Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2025

Three more bedrooms that share a penny-tiled bath can be found on the top floor, along with a Miele washer and dryer. —Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2025

Home to 267 employees, three 600-pound washers, three 100-pound washers and a production floor with seven active lines, Roberts said the plant is one of the last in existence east of the Mississippi that can produce jeans at scale. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for washer

• dishwasher

Kids Definition

washer

noun

wash·​er ˈwȯsh-ər 

ˈwäsh-

1

: a ring (as of metal) used to make something fit tightly or to prevent rubbing

2

: one that washes

especially : washing machine