washer

• Nom avec plusieurs sens : peut désigner une personne qui lave professionnellement quelque chose, un anneau plat utilisé pour l'étanchéité des assemblages et éviter les fuites, ou un appareil électroménager qui lave automatiquement le linge.

A noun with multiple meanings: it can refer to a person who washes things professionally, a flat ring used to seal joints and prevent leakage, or a household appliance that automatically washes clothes and linens.

1. Person who washesB1formal

   A person whose job is to wash items, such as clothes, dishes, or cars.

   laveur / laveuse

   • The washer at the car wash did a thorough job.
   • She worked as a washer in a commercial laundry.
   • The window washer cleaned all the high-rise windows.

   Synonymescleanerlaundresswashermanwasherwoman

2. Sealing ringB2formaltechnical

   A flat ring, often made of metal or rubber, placed between two surfaces to prevent leakage of fluids or gases.

   Rondelle d'étanchéité

   • He replaced the worn washer in the faucet to stop the drip.
   • A rubber washer ensures a tight seal in the pipe joint.
   • The mechanic installed a new washer in the valve.

   Synonymesgasketpackingseal

3. Washing machineA2informal

   An automatic home appliance used for washing clothes and linens.

   Machine à laver

   • I put the dirty laundry in the washer.
   • The washer is making a strange noise during the spin cycle.
   • She bought a new energy-efficient washer for her apartment.

   Synonymeswashing machine