powerwasher

High-force cleaner

A powerwasher is a machine that sprays water at high pressure, used to clean driveways, decks, siding, and other outdoor surfaces.

Also called a pressure washer.

The verb powerwash means to clean with such a device: We powerwashed the patio before the party.

action

spray

Dispersed liquid droplets

  • blastSudden forceful burst
  • jetForced fluid stream
  • streamSteady continuous flow

rinse · drench · soak · gush · splash · squirt · strip · degrease · sanitize · clean

equipment

nozzle

Flow-directing pipe fitting

  • wandThin ceremonial stick
  • triggerWhat initiates action
  • pumpFluid-moving machine

motor · hose · lance · spraygun · turbo · brush · accessories · detergent · gasoline · electric

surfaces

deck

Ship's flat surface

concrete · brick · fence · gutter · graffiti · mold · mildew · grime · dirt · algae

power

pressure

Force upon contact

  • psi23rd Greek letter
  • forceStrength or compulsion
  • hydraulicRelating to pressurized liquids

intense · high-pressure · industrial · commercial · heavy-duty · GPM · flow · output · torque

Opposites
cleaning power/intensity

powerwashergarden hose

yard irrigation tube

spray bottle · damp cloth · trickle · drip · watering can

CLEANING vs. SOILING FUNCTION

powerwasherdust blower

Device expelling air forcefully

paint sprayer · manure spreader

Family

power, wash, washer, powers, powered, powering, powerful, powerless, powerfully

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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G