dishwasher

noun

dish·​wash·​er ˈdish-ˌwȯ-shər 

-ˌwä-

1

: a worker employed to wash dishes

2

: a machine for washing dishes

Examples of dishwasher in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These bottles can be cleaned in the dishwasher for easy upkeep. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026

Although most modern dishwashers are designed to run fairly often, experts say running your dishwasher every day might put your machine—and wallet—at risk. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026

The kitchen contains tables with hardwood tops for food preparation, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, ovens, a sink, a dishwasher, and tables where people can sit and eat. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

Many customers report friendly customer service, good deals on home warranty plans and easy claims for appliances, like laundry washers and dishwashers. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for dishwasher

• washer

Kids Definition

dishwasher

noun

dish·​wash·​er ˈdish-ˌwȯsh-ər 

-ˌwäsh-

: a person or a machine that washes dishes