machine wash
Appliance-based cleaning cycle
Machine wash means to launder in a washing machine rather than by hand.
The term appears most often on clothing care labels as an instruction: machine wash cold, machine wash gentle cycle.
As a verb, it describes the action: You can machine wash this sweater, but don't put it in the dryer.
Repeating sequence of events
- spinRapid rotation around axis
- rinseWash without scrubbing
- agitateDisturb or provoke
- tumbleUncontrolled rolling descent
drum · load · settings · program · timer · water level · temperature · soak
Fine garments requiring careful laundering
- permanent pressWrinkle-resistant fabric finish
- syntheticsChemically manufactured substances
- woolensGarments of sheep fiber
- cottonPlant fiber for textiles
denim · towels · bedding · linens · activewear · underwear · socks · jeans
Chemical cleaning agent
- fabric softenerLaundry additive for softness
- bleachChemical stain and germ killer
- stain removerProduct that eliminates blemishes
- liquid soapFluid cleansing agent
pre-soak · colorfast · suds · whitener · brightener · softening · freshness
Reducing required duration
- effortlessRequiring no strain
- easyRequiring minimal effort
- practicalSuited for real use
- routineRegular sequence of actions
household · chores · automatic · hands-free · set-and-forget · programmable · delay start · self-cleaning
Decrease in size
- fadingGradual loss of intensity
- pillingFiber ball formation
- stretchingExtending muscles or material
- inside outInner surface exposed externally
cycle
Repeating sequence of events
tumble · drum · load · settings · program · timer · water level · temperature · soak · prewash
delicates
Fine garments requiring careful laundering
- permanent pressWrinkle-resistant fabric finish
- syntheticsChemically manufactured substances
- woolensGarments of sheep fiber
cotton · denim · towels · bedding · linens · activewear · underwear · socks · jeans · shirts
detergent
Chemical cleaning agent
- fabric softenerLaundry additive for softness
- bleachChemical stain and germ killer
- stain removerProduct that eliminates blemishes
liquid soap · pre-soak · colorfast · suds · whitener · brightener · softening · freshness
time-saving
Reducing required duration
- effortlessRequiring no strain
- easyRequiring minimal effort
- practicalSuited for real use
routine · household · chores · automatic · hands-free · set-and-forget · programmable · delay start · self-cleaning · low-maintenance
shrinkage
Decrease in size
- fadingGradual loss of intensity
- pillingFiber ball formation
- stretchingExtending muscles or material
- laundry caredelicate cycle, permanent press, spin cycle, rinse cycle, tumble dry
- cleaningcleaning, clean, housekeeping, clean up, daily cleaning
- cleanlinessclean, cleanliness, clean up, dirty, neatness
- laundrydryer, clothes dryer, fold, rinse, spin cycle
- clothing labelscare label, hang tag, hang tags, care instructions, fiber content
machine washdry clean
Clean garments without water
dry-clean · dry cleaning · dry clean only · professional cleaning · take to the cleaners
wash, machine, washing, washed, machinery, washroom, washer, washes, washable