washing machine
noun
: a machine for washing
especially
: one for washing clothes and household linen
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They are typically built into outlets installed near water sources, like a sink, washing machine, or bathtub.
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Akielly Hu, Wired News, 3 May 2025
This is where large particles like floating cat hair are captured–just vacuum it off or throw it in the washing machine.
—Brad Moon, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Never soak leather or put it in the washing machine, which can result in dry, cracked, misshapen gloves that end up in the trash.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2025
If your hoodie can be thrown in the washing machine, turn it inside out before washing it to protect the outer fabric and any decals.
—Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
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Akielly Hu, Wired News, 3 May 2025
This is where large particles like floating cat hair are captured–just vacuum it off or throw it in the washing machine.
—Brad Moon, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Never soak leather or put it in the washing machine, which can result in dry, cracked, misshapen gloves that end up in the trash.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2025
If your hoodie can be thrown in the washing machine, turn it inside out before washing it to protect the outer fabric and any decals.
—Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for washing machine
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“Washing machine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washing%20machine. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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