This is the 5317th most frequent Spanish word.
lavadora
Washing machine.
The usage here is to refer to the appliance used for washing clothes.
La lavadora está en el cuarto de lavado.
The washing machine is in the laundry room.
In this sentence, 'lavadora' is again used as a noun for the appliance, but it emphasizes the need for a replacement due to malfunction.
Necesito una lavadora nueva porque la vieja se descompuso.
I need a new washing machine because the old one broke down.
Here, 'lavadora' indicates the specific appliance that requires a specific type of compatible detergent.