Home Maintenance

noun a device used to put out fires

• In case of a fire, make sure to locate the nearest fire extinguisher and follow the proper procedures.
• Hey, can you grab the extinguisher from the kitchen? There's a small fire on the stove.
• Dude, pass me that fire extinguisher, quick! The trash can is on fire!
• She was like a fire extinguisher in the midst of chaos, always ready to put out any drama that came her way.

verb to stop the flow or operation of something

adjective used to describe something that has been turned off or stopped

adverb in a manner that stops the flow or operation of something

• Please remember to shut off all electronic devices before takeoff.
• Don't forget to shut off the lights when you leave the room.
• I had to shut off the TV because it was getting on my nerves.
• Sometimes we need to shut off our emotions in order to make rational decisions.

noun a fixture used for urination and defecation, typically consisting of a bowl and seat

• The restroom is equipped with a toilet for the convenience of the guests.
• I'll be right back, I need to use the toilet.
• I gotta hit the john, I've been holding it in for too long.
• His speech was like a toilet, full of garbage and waste.

noun a task or job done regularly, typically as part of one's job or household duties

• House chores are an essential part of maintaining a clean and organized living space.
• I hate doing house chores, but it has to be done.
• I'll tackle the house chores later, gotta binge-watch my favorite show first.
• Taking care of your mental health is just as important as keeping up with your house chores.

noun A term used humorously or euphemistically to describe a housewife or stay-at-home parent

• The domestic engineer efficiently manages the household duties and responsibilities.
• My mom is basically a domestic engineer, she keeps everything running smoothly at home.
• I never realized how much work goes into being a domestic engineer until I had to do it myself.
• In a way, being a stay-at-home parent is like being a domestic engineer, juggling multiple tasks and responsibilities.