Washerwoman
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Washerwoman may refer to:
- Alternanthera caracasanaAlternanthera caracasanaAlternanthera caracasana is a species of flowering plant in the amaranth family known by the common names khakiweed, washerwoman and mat chaff flower. It is native to Central and South Africa but is well-known elsewhere as a noxious weed...
, a plant - a woman working in washingWashingWashing is one way of cleaning, namely with water and often some kind of soap or detergent. Washing is an essential part of good hygiene and health....
- The Irish WasherwomanThe Irish WasherwomanThe Irish Washerwoman is a traditional Irish jig whose melody is familiar to many people in the British Isles and North America. It repeats its refrain several times, sometimes by gradually increasing in tempo until being played very fast before coming to a sudden stop. The tune has lyrics, but is...
, a traditional and well known Irish jig