air conditioner

American  

noun

1. an air-conditioning device.

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Etymology

Origin of air conditioner

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

A lot of gas was burned in 2021, before Russia invaded Ukraine, to power air conditioners through one of the hottest summers on record, draining U.S. stockpiles and leaving prices vulnerable to a spike.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Building a new flash charging station is as easy as installing an air conditioner at your home,” Wang said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Only the hum of the blasting air conditioner vibrated in the air.

From Literature

Historically, electricity demand is highest in the summer in most regions because people use air conditioners.

From Barron's

In June, with consumers cranking their air conditioners, PJM called on every power plant to run at full steam.

From The Wall Street Journal