soap powder
[noun]
a powdered detergent that is used for washing clothes, and typically consists of a mixture of soap and synthetic detergents
Home and Garden - Laundry Room
Here you will learn some English words related to laundry rooms such as "dryer sheet", "washing line", and "hamper".
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spray starch
[noun]
a laundry product used to stiffen fabrics, reduce wrinkles, and facilitate ironing by spraying it onto clothes for a crisp and polished appearance
washboard
[noun]
a tool used to manually wash clothes by rubbing them against its ribbed surface while they are wet with soap and water
washing line
[noun]
an outdoor cord or rope used for air-drying clothes by hanging them for drying in the open air and sunlight
washing powder
[noun]
a type of cleaning agent in the form of a dry powder or granules used to wash clothes
dryer sheet
[noun]
a fabric or paper sheet used in dryers to reduce static cling, soften fabrics, and add scent to clothes during drying
clothes basket
[noun]
a container typically made of wicker, plastic, or cloth material used for storing and transporting laundry or dirty clothes to a washing machine
clothes hanger
[noun]
a device used to hang and organize clothing items in a closet or storage space
clothesline
[noun]
a long rope or wire that washed clothes are hung on in order to get dried
Ex:
He
installed
a
retractable
clothesline
on
the
balcony
of
his
apartment
.
fabric softener
[noun]
a laundry product used to reduce static cling, soften fabrics, and add scent to clothes during washing or drying, typically in liquid or dryer sheet form
hanger
[noun]
a device, typically made of metal, plastic, or wood, designed to hold clothing by the shoulders and keep it wrinkle-free
Ex:
He
bought
velvet
hangers
to
prevent
his
shirts
from
slipping off
.
ironing board
[noun]
a long narrow table, usually padded and supported by foldable legs, designed to hold clothes flat while they are being ironed
Ex:
He
accidentally
knocked over
the
ironing board
while
carrying
the
iron
.
airing cupboard
[noun]
a warm and enclosed storage space in a house, usually containing a hot water cylinder, used to dry or air clothes
peg
[noun]
a small, cylindrical or tapered piece of wood or plastic that is used to fasten clothes to a clothesline
soap flakes
[noun]
small, thin pieces of soap that are used for washing clothes and other household items
laundry sink
[noun]
a type of sink that is specifically designed for use in laundry rooms or areas where clothes are washed or laundered
Ex:
She
filled
the
laundry sink
with
water
to
wash
the
muddy
shoes
.
laundry detergent
[noun]
a cleaning agent that is used to remove dirt, stains, and odors from clothing and other fabrics
stain remover
[noun]
a substance or product that is used to remove spots or marks from fabrics, surfaces, or other materials
Ex:
I
always
keep
a
bottle
of
stain remover
in
my
laundry room
for
unexpected
messes
.
laundry sorter
[noun]
a storage system designed to help keep laundry organized by separating clothes according to different categories, such as colors, fabrics, or washing cycles
Ex:
After
a
long
day
,
I
quickly
throw
my
clothes
into
the
laundry sorter
to
avoid
mixing
colors
.
sewing kit
[noun]
a collection of tools and supplies used for sewing, including needles, thread, scissors, pins, and other items
Ex:
He
always
carries
a
sewing kit
when
traveling
in case of
emergencies
.
wringer
[noun]
a mechanical device used to remove excess water from clothing or other fabrics by pressing them between two rollers
Ex:
The
farm
's
laundry
setup
included
a
large
wringer
to
handle
the
heavy
blankets
and
towels
.
clothes horse
[noun]
a freestanding rack used for indoor clothes drying, typically made of wood, metal, or plastic, and often collapsible for easy storage
bleach
[noun]
a strong chemical compound used for removing stains, whitening clothes, and disinfecting surfaces