water heater
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of water heater
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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The team spokesman said rodent activity was not found in any food preparation areas, that it occurred underneath a storage rack and next to a water heater.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 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
Welsh was going to Amanda Lennick’s house on East Steelhead Drive to install a hot water heater.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 17, 2024
Costs for water heater repair, replacement or installation can vary significantly based on the issue, the type and size of the unit, labor costs and any additional materials needed.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 29, 2024
I look at the copper pipes, the hand pump that brings water up out of the ground, the water heater that looks to be pressurized.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
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