noun
- plural of washateria; self-service laundromats or coin-operated laundries
Usage: regional; primarily Southwestern US
Examples
- There are several washaterias in this neighborhood.
- The washaterias stay open late for working customers.
- She found the cheapest washaterias near campus.
- Many washaterias now accept credit cards instead of just coins.
- The new washaterias have Wi-Fi and comfortable seating areas.