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dishwasher

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈdɪʃˌwɑʃɝ// UK //dˈɪʃwɒʃɐ// dish·wash·er Dialect

n. a machine that washes plates, glasses, and cutlery for you. It is a common kitchen appliance in many homes.

n. an electrical appliance used for cleaning dishware and cutlery automatically. Can also refer to a person employed to wash dishes in a restaurant or commercial kitchen.


SIMPLE

I always load the dishwasher after we finish dinner.

CONTEXTUAL

The kitchen staff includes two chefs, a server, and a dishwasher who works the evening shift.

COMPLEX

Modern energy-efficient dishwashers use significantly less water than washing a full load of plates by hand, making them a more sustainable choice for high-volume households.

Origin

From Middle English dysche wescheare, equivalent to dish + washer.

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