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

The robot also loads a plate into a dishwasher and adjusts a hospital-style bed. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 21 July 2026

To serve the actual snacks, having a small set of shatter-proof, dishwasher-safe bowls is a must. — Melissa Knific, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 July 2026

Arranged galley style, with cabinetry on each wall, it's equipped with a small sink, an induction cooktop, a fridge, a dishwasher, and a microwave. — Adam Williams july 20, New Atlas, 20 July 2026

Much like running a dishwasher, running one large load uses less energy and water than running several smaller ones—even if your machine has a setting for smaller batches. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 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