That statement is a bit misleading.
Most washing machines do not actually dry clothes in the way a dryer does. What they usually do is one of these:
- Spin cycle (all washing machines):
This removes a lot of water by spinning clothes at high speed, but the clothes are still damp afterward. - Washer–dryer combo machines (some models):
These can dry clothes using heat or condensation, but they’re a specific type of appliance—not all washing machines.
So what many people think of as “drying” is really just water extraction, not full drying.
If you want, I can explain how spin speed affects drying time or how washer-dryer combos actually work.
