car wash

American  

Or carwash

noun

1. a place or structure having special equipment for washing automobiles.

2. the washing of an automobile.

   The service station is offering free car washes to draw customers.

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Etymology

Origin of car wash

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

The so-called "Car Wash" scandal, which erupted in 2014, has landed dozens of top politicians and business figures behind bars.

From Barron's

Now, the 37-year-old's car wash business is also due for demolition.

From Barron's

The car wash hadn’t yet opened for the day, but its owner was already on edge.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, it was an open secret that the car wash industry, which paid low wages for back-breaking labor, largely attracted people without legal status.

From Los Angeles Times

The mood at the car wash had once been lighthearted, with employees joking as they sprayed down cars and polished windows.

From Los Angeles Times