appliance — a device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task, typically a domestic one
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task, typically a domestic one
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈplaɪəns/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother still doesn't trust modern appliances and prefers to wash dishes by hand.
- The smart appliances in his home can be controlled remotely through a smartphone app.
- She spent her entire bonus on new appliances and now eats instant noodles every day.
appliance
NOUN[/əˈplaɪəns/]
a device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task, typically a domestic one
She unboxes a shiny new appliance and her kitchen suddenly feels modern.
Smart appliance compliance creates the perfect alliance!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'appliance' meaning 'equipment' or 'furnishings,' derived from the verb 'appliquer' (to apply). The word ultimately traces to Latin 'applicare,' combining 'ad-' (to) and 'plicare' (to fold or bend).
Breakdown
apply (from Latin applicare: ad- (to) + plicare (fold)) + -ance (noun suffix indicating state or quality) = appliance
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother still doesn't trust modern appliances and prefers to wash dishes by hand.”
“The smart appliances in his home can be controlled remotely through a smartphone app.”
“She spent her entire bonus on new appliances and now eats instant noodles every day.”
“The store offers a warranty on all major appliances purchased this month.”
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