space heater
Definition
Noun: A space heater is a self-contained, usually portable, electrical or fuel-burning appliance designed to provide warmth to a single, enclosed area or room, rather than heating an entire building.
Usage
A space heater is used to provide supplemental or localized heat. It is typically employed to warm a specific room that is not adequately heated by a central system, to provide temporary heat, or to reduce energy costs by heating only the occupied space. * Always ensure proper ventilation when using a fuel-burning space heater. * Keep the space heater away from flammable materials like curtains or furniture.
Examples
- Noun:
- I use a small electric space heater under my desk to keep my feet warm while I work.
- During the power outage, we relied on a propane space heater to warm the living room.
- For safety, remember to turn off the space heater before leaving the room.
Advanced Usage
- "Portable space heater": A common specification emphasizing that the unit can be easily moved from one room to another.
- A portable space heater is ideal for apartments.
- The term is often used in safety warnings and guidelines regarding home heating.
- The fire department issued a reminder about space heater safety this winter.
Variants and Related Words
- Heater (n): A more general term for any device that heats. A space heater is a specific type of heater.
- Radiant heater (n): A type of space heater that warms objects and people directly via infrared radiation, rather than heating the air.
- Convection heater (n): A type of space heater that warms the air in a room, which then circulates.
Synonyms
- Room heater: A direct synonym.
- Portable heater: Emphasizes the movability of the unit.
Related Phrases
- To run a space heater: To operate a space heater.
- It's expensive to run a space heater all night.
- Space heater safety: A common compound phrase referring to the precautions needed when using these appliances.
Noun
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heater consisting of a self-contained (usually portable) unit to warm a room
