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Wordabulary

appliance

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

A machine, usually electric, designed to do a particular household job.

"They bought a new appliance to replace their old, noisy washing machine."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

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Which word fits the gap? "They bought a new _____ to replace their old, noisy washing machine."

Answer: appliance

In your own words, what does "appliance" mean?

A machine, usually electric, designed to do a particular household job.

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