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appliance

[ uh-plahy-uhns ]

noun

  1. an instrument, apparatus, or device for a particular purpose or use.
  2. a piece of equipment, usually operated electrically, especially for use in the home or for performance of domestic chores, as a refrigerator, washing machine, or toaster.
  3. the act of applying; application.
  4. Archaic. a measure; stratagem.
  5. Obsolete. compliance.


verb (used with object)

applianced, appliancing.
  1. to equip with appliances:

    a fully applianced kitchen.

appliance

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noun

  1. a machine or device, esp an electrical one used domestically
  2. any piece of equipment having a specific function
  3. a device fitted to a machine or tool to adapt it for a specific purpose
  4. another name for a fire engine
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of appliance1

First recorded in 1555–65; apply + -ance
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Even though cooking and storing food might seem like a necessity in order to live in any kind of housing situation, legally the appliances are categorized as amenities.

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The first wave hit appliances like refrigerators and washing machines, and mechanical and electric parts.

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If you charge an electric vehicle or use appliances overnight, look for a deal with a cheaper night tariff.

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