water heater
Americannoun
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Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of water heater
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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Adjust your electronics and water heater: Turn off computers, TVs and lights when not in use to eliminate ambient heat.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 29, 2026
Its piped town gas business will likely be supported by network growth and residential gas water heater penetration, the analyst says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 4, 2026
Covarrubias wants to add a cellar to his new home to house the water heater and other machinery.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2025
Hard water is caused by mineral buildup, which isn’t bad for your health but can create limescale on appliances like your water heater.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2024
I poured the slurry in a dish and then set it underneath the water heater to dry.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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