Washer

Pronunciation: /wɑːʃər/

Definitions of washer

noun A small flat ring made of rubber, plastic, or metal, used to prevent leakage, provide cushioning, or reduce friction

Example Sentences

A1 I use a washer to clean my clothes.

A2 The washer is broken and needs to be fixed.

B1 She put the dirty dishes in the dishwasher washer.

B2 The mechanic replaced the washer in the car engine.

C1 The industrial washer is used to clean large machinery parts.

C2 The washer and dryer combo is very convenient for small spaces.

Examples of washer in a Sentence

formal The washer in the kitchen broke down, so we had to call a repairman.

informal I need to run the washer before we leave for vacation.

slang I accidentally left my phone in my pants pocket and it went through the washer.

figurative She acted as a washer, cleaning up the mess after the party.

Grammatical Forms of washer

• past tense: washed
• plural: washers
• comparative: more washable
• superlative: most washable
• present tense: wash
• future tense: will wash
• perfect tense: have washed
• continuous tense: washing
• singular: washer
• positive degree: wash
• infinitive: to wash
• gerund: washing
• participle: washed

Origin and Evolution of washer

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'washer' originated from the Old English word 'wæssere', which was derived from the verb 'wæscan' meaning to wash.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'washer' evolved to refer to a flat, round object used to distribute the load of a threaded fastener such as a screw or nut. It is also used to describe a person or thing that washes or cleans something.