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washer

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

wash·er

noun \ˈwȯ-shər, ˈwä-\

: a thin, flat ring that is made of metal, plastic, or rubber and that is used to make something (such as a bolt) fit tightly or to prevent rubbing

Full 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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