In the courts of kings and queens in medieval Europe, the jester was the person whose job was to do silly things in order to make people laugh . See full definition.
High efficiency models such as front-loading washers can greatly reduce water use. Small machines (those under 4.0 cubic feet) that use less than 6.5 gallons of water per cubic foot can reduce water use by up to 50%. For additional information see: Clothes Washers: Water and Energy-Saving Tips and Technologies (73 KB)
On average, full-service car washes use between 8 and 45 gallons of water per vehicle. The average home wash with a hose and bucket can use more than 100 gallons. Many commercial car washes limit their water usage by recycling rinse water.