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

Clean kitchen counters before and after meal prep, and deep clean washing machines and dishwashers every 1–2 months. — Kendall Bettle, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2026

Residents are asked to delay taking showers and baths, flush their toilets less frequently and wait to run the dishwasher or washing machine. — Laura Bannon, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

Rather than filling every square foot with washing machines, the pair intentionally carved out space for communal seating, work tables and customers who might linger long after their laundry was done. — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 9 Aug. 2026

The removable zippered cover can be tossed directly into the washing machine, making cleanup easier after muddy paws, shedding season and everyday use. — Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1754, in the meaning defined above

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Kids Definition

washing machine

noun

: a machine used especially for washing clothes and household linen