laundry

/ˈlɑn.dɹi/noun

A room or place where clothes and other items are washed; also, the clothes themselves that need washing.

Example sentences

“I spend every Sunday afternoon doing the laundry.”
“Our apartment building has a shared laundry in the basement.”

'Do the laundry' is the standard chore phrase. To 'air your dirty laundry' means to expose private disputes.

Related words

vacuumAn electric machine that cleans floors and carpets by sucking up dust and dirt; short for 'vacuum cleaner'.applianceAn electrical machine, such as a refrigerator or washing machine, used for everyday tasks at home or in an office.tidyNeat and well organized, with everything in its place.cushionA cloth bag filled with soft material, placed on seats or leaned against for comfort.rentMoney paid regularly to a landlord for the use of a home, office, or other property.pillowA soft pad placed under the head for comfort while sleeping or resting.