noun

appliance

appliance, device, apparatus

A refrigerator is a kitchen appliance.

A refrigerator is a kitchen appliance.

The store sells many home appliances.

The store sells many home appliances.

((a kitchen/home appliance)) a device for the kitchen/home A microwave is a common kitchen appliance.

Synonyms: device, gadget, machine, tool

From the verb 'to apply'. An appliance is a device 'applied' to a specific task.

Think of things you 'apply' electricity to in your home: a toaster, microwave, washing machine, etc.

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