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| ap·pli·ance [ ə pl ənss ] (plural ap·pli·ances) |
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1. domestic electrical machine: an electrical device or machine that is used for a specific purpose in the home, e.g. a vacuum cleaner or washing machine
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2. device for straightening teeth: a device made of metal bands or wires that is connected to the teeth and tightened in order to make them straighter
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3. doing something: the act of putting something into effect
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