Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

washeteria

noun
/wɒʃəˈtɪəriə/
Definition
A facility equipped with washing machines and dryers where people can do their laundry, typically for a fee.
Examples
  • After the storm, I had to go to the washeteria to clean my muddy clothes.
  • The washeteria was busy on Saturday morning with people doing laundry.
  • She prefers using a washeteria because her apartment doesn’t have a washing machine.
Meaning
The term ‘washeteria’ refers to a self-service laundry establishment that provides the necessary equipment for individuals to wash and dry their clothes.
Synonyms
  • laundromat
  • laundry
  • washing station