1
: a flat thin ring or a perforated plate used in joints or assemblies to ensure tightness, prevent leakage, or relieve friction
2
: one that washes
especially
: washing machine
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We bought a new washer and dryer.
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Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Appliance experts say most households routinely overpour detergent, especially with concentrated formulas and high-efficiency washers.
—Ryan Brennan
may 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Scaling back to the correct amount for your machine, load size and water type can help clothes rinse cleaner, extend the life of your washer and save money load after load.
—Ryan Brennan
may 14, Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
Prosecutors say the men tried again unsuccessfully at the San Jose home, first pretending to be professional power washers, then returning two days later and hitting the victim in the head with a gun.
—Andy Rose, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
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“Washer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washer. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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washer
noun
wash·er
ˈwȯsh-ər 
ˈwäsh-
1
: a ring (as of metal) used to make something fit tightly or to prevent rubbing
2
: one that washes
especially
: washing machine
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