Laundrette: meaning, definitions and examples
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laundrette
[ lɔːnˈdrɛt ]
self-service laundry
A laundrette is a self-service facility where people can wash and dry their clothes using coin-operated machines. It is often found in residential areas and is convenient for those who do not have washing machines at home.
Synonyms
laundry, self-service laundry, washing facility.
Examples of usage
- I need to go to the laundrette to wash my bedding.
- She spent her afternoon at the laundrette doing laundry.
- The local laundrette offers wash-and-fold services.
- He met an old friend at the laundrette while doing his laundry.
Translations
Translations of the word "laundrette" in other languages:
🇵🇹 lavandaria
🇮🇳 लॉन्ड्री
🇩🇪 Waschsalon
🇮🇩 laundri
🇺🇦 пральня
🇵🇱 pralnia
🇯🇵 ランドリー
🇫🇷 laverie
🇪🇸 lavandería
🇹🇷 çamaşırhane
🇰🇷 세탁소
🇸🇦 مغسلة
🇨🇿 prádelna
🇸🇰 práčovňa
🇨🇳 洗衣店
🇸🇮 praonica
🇮🇸 þvottahús
🇰🇿 жуухана
🇬🇪 სარეცხი
🇦🇿 paltar yuma
🇲🇽 lavandería
Etymology
The term 'laundrette' is derived from the word 'laundry,' which has its origins in the Old French word 'laundry' meaning 'to wash' or 'clean.' The suffix '-ette' is a diminutive form used in English to indicate a smaller version or a specific type of something, usually adopting a sense of charm or novelty. The first laundrettes began to appear in the United Kingdom in the 1940s, providing affordable self-service washing facilities for the public, especially in urban areas where access to home washing machines was limited. The concept gained popularity as a convenient solution for busy individuals and families, allowing them to manage their laundry independently.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #42,325, 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.
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