washing machine

noun

: a machine for washing

especially : one for washing clothes and household linen

Examples of washing machine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Large data centers can consume up to 5 million gallons per day; a recent study modelling water use in African data centers found that ChatGPT-4 used up to 60 liters of water — or a standard washing machine cycle — to produce a 10-page paper. — Paige Bruton, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026

The colleague forwarded Rogers a document on washing machine tariffs. — Eamon Javers, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2026

In other words, modern detergents and washing machines are doing more of the heavy lifting, which means less heat is needed to get the same result. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2026

The main part of a washing machine that gets dirty and needs regular cleaning is the door seal, which is crucial for keeping water inside the washer. — Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1754, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for washing machine

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Kids Definition

washing machine

noun

: a machine used especially for washing clothes and household linen