dry-cleaner
Solvent-using launderer
A dry-cleaner is a business that cleans clothes using chemical solvents rather than water, or a person who works at such an establishment.
The term often refers to the shop itself: I need to pick up my suit from the dry-cleaner.
Also spelled dry cleaner.
Requiring immediate attention
- steamingReleasing hot vapor
- stain removalEliminating unwanted marks
- spottingPerceiving or identifying visually
- starchingApplying stiffener to fabric
ironing · finishing · deodorizing · sanitizing · pretreating · bagging · inspection · tagging
Formal business clothing
- dressesOne-piece women's garments
- coatsOuter warmth garments
- gownsElegant full-length dresses
- tuxedosFormal evening suits
blouses · slacks · jackets · skirts · uniforms · wedding dress · cashmere · wool
Chlorinated cleaning solvent
- solventDissolving liquid or financially stable
- percFilter through slowly
- naphthaVolatile petroleum-derived solvent
- hydrocarbonAll-carbon-and-hydrogen compound
degreaser · chlorinated · surfactant · emulsifier · detergent · nonflammable · silicone-based · biodegradable
Ornamental hanging cloth
- curtainsHanging fabric window covers
- upholsteryFurniture's textile layer
- linensHousehold fabric goods
- comfortersPadded bed coverings
blankets · rugs · tablecloths · slipcovers · bedding · pillows · cushion covers · tapestries
One who applies force
- spotterSafety backup person
- tailorClothing alteration professional
- seamstressOne who stitches garments
- counter clerkStaff at service window
owner · attendant · finisher · inspector · delivery driver · manager
Changes made to something
- tailoringCustom clothing adjustment
- mendingRestoring damaged items
- hemmingSewing a fabric edge
- repairsRestorative maintenance work
preservation · restoration · pickup · delivery · same-day · express · folding · hanging
Retail sales venue
- storefrontRetail facade facing street
- counterFlat service surface
- drive-throughVehicle-accessible service lane
- pickup windowRestaurant service opening
conveyor · carousel · ticket · hanger · plastic wrap · receipt · drop-off · franchise
pressing
Requiring immediate attention
- steamingReleasing hot vapor
- stain removalEliminating unwanted marks
- spottingPerceiving or identifying visually
starching · ironing · finishing · deodorizing · sanitizing · pretreating · bagging · inspection · tagging · sorting
suits
Formal business clothing
tuxedos · blouses · slacks · jackets · skirts · uniforms · wedding dress · cashmere · wool · silk
perchloroethylene
Chlorinated cleaning solvent
- solventDissolving liquid or financially stable
- percFilter through slowly
- naphthaVolatile petroleum-derived solvent
hydrocarbon · degreaser · chlorinated · surfactant · emulsifier · detergent · nonflammable · silicone-based · biodegradable
drapery
Ornamental hanging cloth
- curtainsHanging fabric window covers
- upholsteryFurniture's textile layer
- linensHousehold fabric goods
comforters · blankets · rugs · tablecloths · slipcovers · bedding · pillows · cushion covers · tapestries · valances
presser
One who applies force
- spotterSafety backup person
- tailorClothing alteration professional
- seamstressOne who stitches garments
counter clerk · owner · attendant · finisher · inspector · delivery driver · manager
alterations
Changes made to something
repairs · preservation · restoration · pickup · delivery · same-day · express · folding · hanging · boxing
shop
Retail sales venue
- storefrontRetail facade facing street
- counterFlat service surface
- drive-throughVehicle-accessible service lane
pickup window · conveyor · carousel · ticket · hanger · plastic wrap · receipt · drop-off · franchise · chain
dry-cleanerlaundromat
Self-service clothes-washing business
launderette · self-service laundry · washeteria · coin laundry · washateria
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