pralnik
Pralnik is a noun used in Polish that can refer to a device designed for laundering textiles, though in everyday language the standard term for this appliance is pralka. As a general term, pralnik denotes equipment that cleans clothes by circulating water and detergent through fabrics, often employing mechanical action such as agitation or tumbling, with a rinse and spin cycle.
Modern pralniki are electrical appliances with programmable cycles, detergent dispensers, temperature control, and varying spin speeds.
Design and operation: A typical pralnik consists of a sealed drum inside a cabinet, an electric motor
Usage and features: Cycle options usually include cotton, synthetics, delicates, wool, baby wear, quick wash, and
Notes: The term pralnik is less common in contemporary usage; the standard Polish word for a washing