CEFR B1

appliance

noun

Meaning

A device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task, typically a domestic one.

Examples

The washing machine is a common household appliance.
She bought a new set of kitchen appliances.

Synonyms: device, gadget, apparatus

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appliance (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈplaɪəns/

Definition

A device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task, typically a domestic one.

Examples

The washing machine is a common household appliance.
She bought a new set of kitchen appliances.
Regular maintenance can extend the life of your appliances.

Synonyms of appliance

Words with a similar meaning to appliance:

device
gadget
apparatus

Antonyms of appliance

Words with the opposite meaning to appliance:

disruption
inoperability

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