Definition of Washer

1. Noun. Someone who washes things for a living.

Generic synonyms: Worker
Specialized synonyms: Laundryman, Washerman, Laundress, Laundrywoman, Washerwoman, Washwoman, Window Washer
Derivative terms: Wash, Wash

2. Noun. Seal consisting of a flat disk placed to prevent leakage.
Specialized synonyms: Lock Ring, Lock Washer, Lockring
Generic synonyms: Seal

3. Noun. A home appliance for washing clothes and linens automatically.
Exact synonyms: Automatic Washer, Washing Machine
Generic synonyms: White Goods
Derivative terms: Wash, Wash

Definition of Washer

1. n. One who, or that which, washes.

2. n. One who, or that which, washes.

Definition of Washer

1. Noun. Something that washes; especially an appliance such as a washing machine or dishwasher. ¹

2. Noun. A person who washes for a living; ''(if female:)'' a washerwoman. ¹

3. Noun. A flat disk, placed beneath a nut or at some joint, to distribute pressure, alleviate friction or prevent leakage. ¹

4. Noun. A face cloth. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Washer

1. one that washes [n -S] - See also: washes

Medical Definition of Washer

1. 1. One who, or that which, washes. 2. A ring of metal, leather, or other material, or a perforated plate, used for various purposes, as around a bolt or screw to form a seat for the head or nut, or around a wagon axle to prevent endwise motion of the hub of the wheel and relieve friction, or in a joint to form a packing, etc. 3. A fitting, usually having a plug, applied to a cistern, tub, sink, or the like, and forming the outlet opening. 4. The common raccoon. 5. Same as Washerwoman. Origin: AS. Waescere. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Washer

washdish
washdisher
washdishes
washdown
washdowns
washed
washed-out
washed-up
washed field technique
washed in the blood
washed off
washed out
washed sulfur
washed up
washen
washer (current term)
washer-upper
washer-uppers
washered
washeries
washering
washerless
washerlike
washerman
washerman's mark
washermen
washers
washerwoman
washerwoman's itch
washerwomen

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