noun (n)

• the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water)(noun.act)

  Synonym:
  lavation, wash
  

  source: wordnet30
• garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering(noun.artifact)

  Synonym:
  laundry, wash, washables
  

  source: wordnet30
• The act of one who washes; the act of cleansing with water; ablution.(noun)

  source: webster1913
• Gold dust procured by washing; also, a place where this is done; a washery.(noun)

  source: webster1913