1.
dishwasher; dish-washing machine
An appliance that automatically washes dishes, utensils, and cookware.
食器洗い機 is often abbreviated to 食洗機 in everyday speech.
ALTERNATIVE NAMES:
- 食洗機 (abbreviation, very common)
- 皿洗い機 (less common)
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
CULTURAL NOTE:
Dishwashers are becoming more common in Japanese households but are still less prevalent than in Western countries. Many Japanese kitchens are small, so compact models or sink-mounted types are popular.