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Etymology

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From the stem of wassen (to wash) +‎ -erij (-ery). Or alternatively, from wasser (washer) +‎ -ij (-y). See also the usage notes at -erij.

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Noun

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wasserij f (plural wasserijen, diminutive wasserijtje n)

  1. laundry (shop or staffed facility that launders clothes)
  2. laundromat (self-service laundry)