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appliance
[ uh-plahy-uhns ]
/ əˈplaɪ əns /
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noun
an instrument, apparatus, or device for a particular purpose or use.
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.
the act of applying; application.
Archaic. a measure; stratagem.
Obsolete. compliance.
verb (used with object), ap·pli·anced, ap·pli·anc·ing.
to equip with appliances: a fully applianced kitchen.
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British Dictionary definitions for appliance
appliance
/ (əˈplaɪəns) /
noun
a machine or device, esp an electrical one used domestically
any piece of equipment having a specific function
a device fitted to a machine or tool to adapt it for a specific purpose
another name for a fire engine
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Medical definitions for appliance
appliance
[ ə-plī′əns ]
n.
A dental or surgical device designed to perform a therapeutic or corrective function.
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