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Flusher: meaning, definitions and examples

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flusher

 

[ หˆflสŒสƒษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

plumbing device

A flusher is a device or mechanism used in toilets to facilitate the rapid removal of waste by releasing a quantity of water. Typically activated by a handle or button, it aids in cleaning the bowl and ensuring proper sanitation. Flushers can vary in design, ranging from traditional tank styles to modern, touchless systems. Their efficiency in water usage and effectiveness in waste removal play crucial roles in plumbing design and architecture.

Synonyms

flushing system, toilet flush mechanism

Examples of usage

  • The flusher mechanism in my toilet broke and needs replacement.
  • We installed a new flusher that uses less water.
  • Make sure to press the flusher to clean the toilet bowl properly.

Translations

Translations of the word "flusher" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น descarregador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคฒเคถเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Spรผler

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pembersih

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะปะธะฒะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ spล‚uczka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใƒฉใƒƒใ‚ทใƒฃใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chasse d'eau

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ flusher

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท boลŸaltฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”Œ๋Ÿฌ์…”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตู…ุงู… ุงู„ุชูุฑูŠุบ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ splachovaฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ splachovaฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ†ฒๆด—ๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ splakovalnik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skolun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐา“ั‹ะทั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒšแƒฃแƒจแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™mizlษ™yici

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ flusher

Etymology

The term 'flusher' originated from the word 'flush,' which comes from the Middle English word 'flushe,' meaning to flow or to rush out. The verb 'flush' dates back to the 14th century and was originally used to describe the sudden outpouring of water or other fluids, often in relation to cleaning something out or wetting it thoroughly. The specific application of the term in relation to toilets and sanitation systems emerged in the late 19th century as indoor plumbing became more common. The invention of the modern flush toilet is attributed to Sir John Harington in 1596, yet it took many years for flushing mechanisms to evolve into the effective systems we know today. As plumbing technology advanced, so did the designs and functionality of flushers, leading to more water-efficient and hygienic solutions. In contemporary usage, 'flusher' primarily refers to the component in toilets that enables rapid waste removal through a controlled flush of water.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,495, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.