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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Agents wanted to be seen, photographed, and recorded so that everyone knows the government claims unlimited force over immigrants, as if car washers and day laborers were an existential threat.
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John Clark is the publisher of Old Stone Press and Gretchen is the chief cook and bottle washer.
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Adam Williams
july 23, New Atlas, 23 July 2025
Rooms: 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms Amenities: Infinity pool, steam room, hot tub, washer/dryer, air conditioning, heating, breakfast, indoor fireplace, bikes, BBQ.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 14 July 2025
Agents wanted to be seen, photographed, and recorded so that everyone knows the government claims unlimited force over immigrants, as if car washers and day laborers were an existential threat.
—Agustina Vergara Cid, Oc Register, 13 July 2025
John Clark is the publisher of Old Stone Press and Gretchen is the chief cook and bottle washer.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
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“Washer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washer. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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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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