Basic Details
Word: Washing Machine
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A machine used to wash clothes and linens automatically.
Synonyms: Laundry machine, clothes washer
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Spin cycle: Refers to the chaotic and busy part of life. Example: "With exams coming up, I’m really in the spin cycle right now!"
- Wash your dirty laundry in public: To discuss private matters or problems openly. Example: "It's best to solve family issues privately rather than washing your dirty laundry in public."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After a long day, I love putting my clothes in the washing machine to freshen them up.
Example 2: The washing machine beeped, letting us know that the laundry was ready to be taken out.
Example 3: Learning how to use the washing machine was important for me when I moved into my own apartment.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the first electric washing machine was patented in 1907? Before that, laundry was a very labour-intensive task done by hand!
Famous Quote
"A washing machine can only wash your clothes, but it cannot wash away your worries." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "washing machine" mean?
a) A type of vehicle
b) A machine for drying clothes
c) A machine for washing clothes
d) A tool for sewing clothes
Answer: c) A machine for washing clothes
2. Which of these is a synonym of "washing machine"?
a) Refrigerator
b) Dishwasher
c) Laundry machine
d) Iron
Answer: c) Laundry machine
3. Which sentence uses "washing machine" correctly?
a) The washing machine flew over the house.
b) The washing machine is used to wash clothes.
c) The washing machine reads books.
d) The washing machine helps you swim.
Answer: b) The washing machine is used to wash clothes.
4. Which idiom means dealing with chaos?
a) Spin cycle
b) Cold as ice
c) As busy as a bee
d) The calm before the storm
Answer: a) Spin cycle
5. What is the opposite of "washing machine"?
a) N/A
b) Oven
c) Vacuum cleaner
d) Dishwasher
Answer: a) N/A
