washer
|wash-er|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈwɑːʃər/
🇬🇧
/ˈwɒʃə/
cleaning or securing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'washer' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wæscere,' where 'wæsc-' meant 'to wash.'
Historical Evolution
'wæscere' transformed into the Middle English word 'wasshere,' and eventually became the modern English word 'washer.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who washes,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'a machine for washing' and 'a small flat ring.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a thin, flat ring or a perforated plate used in joints or assemblies to ensure tightness, prevent leakage, or relieve friction.
The mechanic used a washer to secure the bolt.
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Last updated: 2025/01/15 05:32