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Washer , n. [AS. wæscere.]
- One who, or that which, washes.1913 Webster
- A ring of metal, leather, or other material, or a perforated plate, used for various purposes, as around a bolt or screw to form a seat for the head or nut, or around a wagon axle to prevent endwise motion of the hub of the wheel and relieve friction, or in a joint to form a packing, etc.1913 Webster
- (Plumbing) A fitting, usually having a plug, applied to a cistern, tub, sink, or the like, and forming the outlet opening.1913 Webster
- (Zool.) The common raccoon.1913 Webster
- (Zool.) Same as Washerwoman, 2. [Prov. Eng.]1913 Webster
- One who, or that which, washes.