dishwasher
2 synonyms for dishwasher, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A machine that washes plates, cutlery, and other tableware.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
dish washer
dishwashing machine
How to use dishwasher
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
load the dishwasher
dishwasher safe
Etymology
From Middle English dysche wescheare, built from dish plus washer.
Full origin of dishwasher →Frequently asked questions
What does “dishwasher” mean?
The word “dishwasher” means a machine that washes plates, cutlery, and other tableware. In plain terms, the appliance that washes dishes, or a person whose job is to wash them.
How do you pronounce “dishwasher”?
“Dishwasher” is pronounced DIHSH-wo-shuh (/ˈdɪʃˌwɑʃɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “dishwasher” in a sentence?
Here is “dishwasher” used in a sentence: “Load the dishwasher before you go to bed.”
What part of speech is “dishwasher”?
“Dishwasher” is a noun.
Where does the word “dishwasher” come from?
The word “dishwasher” comes from Middle English. From Middle English dysche wescheare, built from dish plus washer.
Is “dishwasher” a common word?
“Dishwasher” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “dishwasher” have?
“Dishwasher” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a machine that washes plates, cutlery, and other tableware.
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