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laundry

 

[ ˈlɔːndri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

doing household chores

Laundry refers to the dirty clothes and other household linens that need to be washed and cleaned. It typically involves sorting clothes by color and fabric, using detergent and water to remove stains and odors, and then drying and folding the clean laundry.

Synonyms

cleaning, clothes washing, washing.

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Word Description / Examples
laundry

Commonly used for the entire process of cleaning clothes, including washing, drying, and folding. Often refers to both the activity and the items (clothes, sheets, etc.) being cleaned.

  • I have to do the laundry this weekend.
  • The laundry is piling up; I need to wash some clothes.
washing

Often used in the context of cleaning clothes but can also apply to other items (dishes, cars, etc.). It is a more casual term compared to 'clothes washing'.

  • I'm washing my clothes right now.
  • Dish washing is my least favorite chore.
cleaning

Refers to the general act of making something clean. It is a broader term that can involve various tasks such as dusting, mopping, in addition to clothes washing.

  • We spent the entire morning cleaning the house.
  • Cleaning the kitchen always takes a lot of time.
clothes washing

Specifically used to describe the act of cleaning clothes. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation and can sound formal or technical.

  • Clothes washing can be tiring if you have a big family.
  • They have different machines for clothes washing and drying.

Examples of usage

  • I need to do the laundry today.
  • She has a separate laundry room in her house.
  • Laundry is one of the most common household chores.
  • His favorite part of doing laundry is folding the clothes.
  • I forgot to put the laundry in the dryer.

Translations

Translations of the word "laundry" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lavanderia

🇮🇳 कपड़े धोने

🇩🇪 Wäscherei

🇮🇩 binatu

🇺🇦 пральня

🇵🇱 pralnia

🇯🇵 洗濯

🇫🇷 blanchisserie

🇪🇸 lavandería

🇹🇷 çamaşırhane

🇰🇷 세탁소

🇸🇦 مغسلة

🇨🇿 prádelna

🇸🇰 práčovňa

🇨🇳 洗衣房

🇸🇮 pralnica

🇮🇸 þvottahús

🇰🇿 кір жуатын орын

🇬🇪 სამრეცხაო

🇦🇿 paltarxana

🇲🇽 lavandería

Etymology

The word 'laundry' originated from the Middle English word 'lavendrye', which came from the Old French 'lavanderie', ultimately derived from the Latin word 'lavare' meaning 'to wash'. The concept of laundry has been around for centuries, with different methods used for washing clothes throughout history.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,374 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.