Washwoman (Noun)
Meaning
A working woman who takes in washing.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The local washwoman came to collect the soiled clothes from our house every Monday morning.
- She worked tirelessly as a washwoman to provide for her family, taking in laundry from all over town.
- The old washwoman's strong arms had been scrubbing and rinsing for decades, but she still managed a smile every day.
- As the village washwoman, she was well-known for her attention to detail and exceptional cleaning skills.
- In the early 20th century, many working-class women earned a living as washwomen to support themselves and their families.