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washer

15 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. washer (noun)
  2. washer-up (noun)
  3. air washer (noun)
  4. check washer (noun)
  5. drum washer (noun)
  6. gold washer (noun)
  7. gully washer (noun)
  8. lock washer (noun)
  9. log washer (noun)
  10. slot washer (noun)
  11. smoke washer (noun)
  12. socket washer (noun)
  13. space washer (noun)
  14. spring washer (noun)
  15. timing washer (noun)

wash·er

noun \ˈwȯ-shər, ˈwä-\

Definition of WASHER

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
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Examples of WASHER

  1. We bought a new washer and dryer.

First Known Use of WASHER

14th century

Rhymes with WASHER

josher, mosher, nosher, squasher, swasher

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