Appliance

Pronunciation: /əˈplaɪəns/

Definitions of appliance

noun a device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task, typically a domestic one

Example Sentences

A1 I use my toaster appliance every morning to make breakfast.

A2 My new washing machine appliance has a special feature for delicate clothes.

B1 It is important to regularly maintain your kitchen appliances to ensure they work properly.

B2 The smart home system allows you to control all your appliances remotely.

C1 The high-end appliance brand is known for its durability and advanced technology.

C2 The luxury kitchen remodel included top-of-the-line appliances for a modern look.

Examples of appliance in a Sentence

formal The appliance industry is constantly evolving with new technological advancements.

informal I need to buy a new appliance for my kitchen.

slang My mom's old appliance finally gave out on her.

figurative His brain is like a malfunctioning appliance, unable to process information correctly.

Grammatical Forms of appliance

• past tense: applianced
• plural: appliances
• comparative: more appliance
• superlative: most appliance
• present tense: appliance
• future tense: will appliance
• perfect tense: have applianced
• continuous tense: is appliancing
• singular: appliance
• positive degree: appliance
• infinitive: to appliance
• gerund: appliancing
• participle: applianced

Origin and Evolution of appliance

First Known Use: 1650 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'appliance' originated from the Latin word 'applicare' which means 'to apply'.

Evolution of the word: Originally, 'appliance' referred to the act of applying or putting something into use. Over time, it evolved to refer to devices or machines used for specific purposes in households or industries.