washing machine

noun

: a machine for washing
especially : one for washing clothes and household linen

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Yes, according to appliance experts, there should always be a gap between your washing machine and the wall. Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 24 May 2026 Run an empty hot cycle with either a washing machine cleaner or white vinegar. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 22 May 2026 The result can be dingy clothes, trapped odors, excess suds and even buildup inside your washing machine. Ryan Brennan may 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026 Materials were chosen for modern ease and could be thrown into the washing machine. Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for washing machine

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1754, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of washing machine was circa 1754

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“Washing machine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washing%20machine. Accessed 30 May. 2026.

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washing machine

noun
: a machine used especially for washing clothes and household linen

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