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powerwasher

American English for a pressure washer — a high-pressure water cleaning device used to remove dirt, grime, mould, and paint from surfaces.

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#1·Apr 28, 2026

American English for a pressure washer — a high-pressure water cleaning device used to remove dirt, grime, mould, and paint from surfaces. The term is widely used in the US and is essentially interchangeable with 'pressure washer', though 'powerwasher' may emphasise the power aspect slightly more.

He rented a powerwasher to clean the driveway before the party and was genuinely thrilled by the results.
Origin: From 'power' (the high-pressure mechanism) + 'washer' (cleaning device); American English variant of 'pressure washer'. Editorial expansion authored on Slangora.
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#2·Apr 27, 2026

(US) A pressure washer.

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  • Krcher K5 Premium, 1.4 GPM Pressure Washer with Hose Reel, Vario Power & Dirtblaster Wands - 2000 PSI #2000PSI #pressurewasher #K5Premium #powerwasher #garden #hose

    Bluesky· May 2026
  • Ivation Multipurpose Portable Spray Washer w/Water Tank Built in Rechargeable 2200 mAh Lithium Battery and 12v Car Plug - Metal Trigger Guns, Shower & Brush Heads and Flexible Hose #powerwasher #deckcleaner #spraywasher #portablewasher #floorcleaner #cleaning

    Bluesky· May 2026
  • Sun Joe Electric Pressure Power Washer, 2030 PSI (PWMA Certified), 1.76 GPM, Dual Soap Tanks, SPX3001 (35-FT GFCI Water-Safe, Power Cord) #powerwasher #outdoorcleaning #2030psi

    Bluesky· May 2026
  • I'm a youtube certified mechanic, plumber, landscaper, gardener, drywall repairer, siding powerwasher, ASL speaker (mediocre), Power BI developer, and hair colorist. Youtube is a great resource.

    Bluesky· May 2026
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