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water heater

American

noun

a household appliance consisting of a gas or electric heating unit under a tank in which water is heated and stored.

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

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

The leak occurred due to the improper installation of the air intake and exhaust venting for a new tankless water heater in the unit, according to the investigation findings.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2024

When he looked out, he realized his neighbor’s water heater was just a few feet from his view.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 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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