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appliance

ap·pli·ance [ ə pl ənss ] (plural ap·pli·ances)


noun 
Definition:
 
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

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

3. doing something: the act of putting something into effect

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