appliance
/ə'plaiəns/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task, typically a domestic one: An "appliance" is a machine, usually electrical, that is used in the home to do a particular job of work.
- A device or control that is very useful for a particular job: In a broader sense, it can refer to any tool or instrument used for a specific purpose.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances like a dishwasher and a microwave.
- A refrigerator is an essential household appliance.
- The dentist uses various specialized appliances for the procedure.
Advanced Usage
"Smart appliance": A household device that can connect to a network and be controlled remotely or operate with some autonomy.
- Their new home features smart appliances that can be controlled via a smartphone app.
"Major appliance" (or "white good"): A large machine for routine housekeeping tasks, such as cooking, refrigeration, or laundry.
- When moving into a new apartment, you often need to purchase major appliances like a stove and a washing machine.
Variants and Related Words
- Applicance (n): An obsolete or rare spelling variant of "appliance."
- Applicable (adj): Relevant or appropriate. (Note: This is a related adjective but has a different meaning, focusing on suitability rather than being a device.)
Synonyms
- Device: An object or machine made for a particular purpose.
- Instrument: A tool or implement, especially for precise or scientific work.
- Contraption: A machine or device that appears strange or unnecessarily complicated.
- Gadget: A small mechanical or electronic device or tool, often ingenious or novel.
Related Phrases
Home appliance: A device used in the home for tasks such as cooking, cleaning, or food preservation.
- The home appliance industry is constantly innovating with energy-efficient models.
Medical appliance: A device used in the treatment or management of a medical condition.
- After the surgery, he needed to use a breathing appliance at night.
Related Idioms
Noun
- durable goods for home or office use
- a device or control that is very useful for a particular job