water heater
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of water heater
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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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
“I knew that if the water heater busted or my wife’s car needed a jump, if I wasn’t there I knew there were people looking out for them.”
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 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
Ensure they’re familiar with your type of water heater; heaters come from various manufacturers in different tank and tankless configurations, and not every water heater pro is familiar with every form.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 29, 2024
I walk into the bathroom and strip off my clothes and step under the hot-hot water, standing there until my skin turns red and the water heater gives out.
From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven
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