Definition

A person whose job is to wash and clean clothes and other fabrics.

Example

The launderer carefully pressed the shirts before returning them to the customers.

Conversation

I heard that the new place downtown has a great launderer.

Really? I could use someone reliable for my clothes.

Yeah, I think they specialize in delicate fabrics too.

That's perfect! I need to get my silk shirt cleaned.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Launderer → It is formed from "launder" (from Old French *laver*, meaning to wash) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A launderer is a person who washes or cleans clothes.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'washes' ('launder') clothes — the '-er' just means a person. A launderer is someone who cleans clothes.

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