laundering
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈlɔːndərɪŋ/
KK: /ˈlɔndərɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The process of washing clothes and other textiles to make them clean.
Example
After a long week, I finally got around to doing my laundry and folding the clothes.
Conversation
I finally found a great place for laundering my clothes.
That's awesome! It's always good to have someone reliable.
Yeah, they do a really thorough job and are super friendly.
Sounds perfect! I hate when my clothes come back wrinkled.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cleaning
washing
ironing
Antonyms
soiling
staining
dirtying
verb
Definition
To wash clothes or other fabrics in water and detergent to remove dirt and stains.
Example
She is laundering the clothes before putting them away.
Tense Forms
Past: laundered
Past Participle: laundered
Conversation
What do you usually do on weekends?
I like to catch up on chores, especially laundering clothes.
Sounds productive! I usually just relax or binge-watch shows.
Root Explanation
Laundering → It originates from the verb 'launder' (from Old French *lavander*, meaning to wash), which is derived from the Latin *lavare* (meaning to wash). The suffix '-ing' indicates the action or process. Thus, 'laundering' refers to the process of washing clothes or other items.
Memory Tip
Think of 'washing' ('lavare') clothes when you hear 'laundering' — it directly relates to the act of cleaning.
Visually Confused Words
slandering
plundering
blundering
floundering
wandering
underwing
underring
underling