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English noun: appliance

1. appliance (artifact) a device or control that is very useful for a particular job


Synonymscontraption, contrivance, convenience, gadget, gismo, gizmo, widget


Broader (hypernym)device


Narrower (hyponym)gadgetry, gimbal, injector, mod con

2. appliance (artifact) durable goods for home or office use


Broader (hypernym)consumer durables, durable goods, durables


Narrower (hyponym)drier, dryer, home appliance, household appliance









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