an automatic washing apparatus for containers which is capable of automatically and continuously washing a multiplicity of containers in a fast and efficient manner . the containers for which this particular washing apparatus is fabricated are of a semirigid type . they are composed of a plastic material and are elongated in configuration . the containers are intended to contain sterile liquids . the novel washing apparatus has a specially fabricated nozzle which can enter the plastic container and thoroughly wash it with a mixture of detergent , water and air . suitable means are afforded to hold the semirigid containers in a stationary manner as well as to position them over a series of nozzles .