Lexic.us

Definition of Washboard

1. Noun. Device consisting of a corrugated surface to scrub clothes on.

2. Noun. Protective covering consisting of a broad plank along a gunwale to keep water from splashing over the side.

Definition of Washboard

1. n. A fluted, or ribbed, board on which clothes are rubbed in washing them.

2. n. A fluted, or ribbed, board on which clothes are rubbed in washing them.

Definition of Washboard

1. Noun. a board with a corrugated surface against which laundry may be rubbed ¹

2. Noun. (musici) such a board used as a simple percussion instrument ¹

3. Noun. (nautical) a board fastened along a ship's gunwale to prevent splashing; a splashboard ¹

4. Noun. A stretch of ripples or bumps on a dirt or gravel road, mostly occurring at corners; which is caused by wear from traffic, erosion from wet weather, or poor grading. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Washboard

1. [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Washboard

washability washable washables washateria washaterias washbag washbags washball washbasin washbasins

washbasket washbaskets washbin washbins washboard (current term) washboards washbowl washbowls washcloth washcloths

washday washdays washdish washdisher washdishes washdown washdowns washed washed-out

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