Washing p. pr. & vb. n. : of Wash

Washing n. : The act of one who washes; the act of cleansing with water; ablution.

Washing n. : The clothes washed, esp. at one time; a wash.

Example:
Can I wash my couch pillows in the Washing machine?

Taxonomy
Washing, free encyclopedia, Hand washing, Showers, washing line, washing machine, Car Washing Techniques, search, free dictionary, one way, health, soaps and detergents, oils, dirt particles, washed away, Little children, disabilities, baths.

Defination from the web:
Washing is an essential part of good hygiene and health. ... In Europe, some people (especially Italians) use a bidet to wash their private parts after using the toilet. More frequent is washing of just the hands, e.g. before and after preparing food and eating, after using the ...