washing machine

noun

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

Examples of washing machine in a Sentence

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The washing machine comes with a SmartBoost feature that premises water and detergent before the cycle begins, helping to maximize the power of the detergent. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2025 Think of it as the brain pulling all of the strings, tying together LG’s washing machines, ovens, air purifiers, fridges and more, into a much more coherent ecosystem rather than a collection of siloed appliances. Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025 And if your pair looks a little dingy after putting them through the wringer on vacation, don’t stress—the Tree Runners can go right in the washing machine. Sara Coughlin, SELF, 13 Aug. 2025 The largest portion will land in Louisville in the form of a $490 million investment and 800 new jobs to bring the production of various washing machines from China to the metro, The Courier Journal first reported in June. Olivia Evans, The Courier-Journal, 13 Aug. 2025 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 31 Aug. 2025.

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washing machine

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

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