Phrase guide

top loader

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A washing machine with its door on the top.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A rigid plastic frame, slotted at the top, used to store and protect individual trading cards.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: collectible card games

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History

Etymology

From top + loader.

Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Hungarian: felültöltős mosógép — washing machine with its door on the top
  • Polish: pralka ładowana od góry — washing machine with its door on the top
  • Portuguese: abertura superior — washing machine with its door on the top
  • Polish: plastikowa ramka na karty — (trading cards) rigid plastic frame to store and protect individual trading cards