appliances

noun

plural of appliance
1
as in gadgets
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use since the invention of the cork, all manner of appliances have been invented for the extraction of these sometimes troublesome stoppers

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2
as in accessories
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment an appliance that allows the machine to be used as a sander

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Recent Examples of appliances The continent's sweltering summer has meanwhile boosted demand for air conditioning and other energy-hungry appliances at a time when demand for gas, widely used for Europe's heating and cooking needs, naturally falls. — Jenni Reid, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026 Though your home may have its share of appliances, mail, mugs, or anything else that lives on your countertops daily, they should be removed before listing. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2026 Home warranties are usually the most beneficial for homes with older appliances and systems, which are more likely to experience issues from normal wear and tear. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 Canada responded to Trump’s import taxes this week by imposing retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion worth of American goods, including steel, dairy products, appliances and farm equipment. — Michelle L. Price, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 Many schools have strict regulations against certain electronics and appliances in order to keep campus safe from fire hazards and other concerns. — Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026 Enamel is known to hold up well, demonstrating resistance to scratches and stains, and gives appliances the feel of heirloom furniture, Murphy says. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 21 Aug. 2026 Doing laundry, washing dishes, taking showers or handling any appliances that are connected to a home’s plumbing should also be avoided during a thunderstorm. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026 The same multi-tier, often sole-source networks that hinder rapid replenishment of systems like Tomahawk and Patriot missiles also underpin consumer electronics, appliances, private-label hardware, and specialized components. — Dennis Mitzner, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appliances
  1. gadgets
  2. accessories
  3. tools
  4. options
Noun
  • Here is what these gadgets claim to do and what gastroenterologists say about trusting the results.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Aug. 2026
  • But this year’s keynote will be about more than just new gadgets.
    — Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of gadgets
Noun
  • Packed to the rafters with fashionable Western clothing and accessories, Maverick Fine Western Wear is a must-stop shop in the heart of the Stockyards.
    — Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The collection also features a mash-up between a laptop stand and a gaming hardware toolbox, which can be used to store all your gaming accessories, and has an on-brand green cutaway at the bottom.
    — Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of accessories
Noun
  • Tropical Storm Edouard spaghetti models Illustrations include an array of forecast tools and models, and not all are created equal.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Cover letters have become one of the most valuable tools to help a candidate stand out.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of tools
Noun
  • The deadline has passed for players to be eligible for the postseason if waived by another team, so Las Vegas has to look outside the WNBA for options.
    — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 28 Aug. 2026
  • And while von Furstenberg gravitated to something more minimalist and streamlined for her look, there’s plenty of options out there for the more flamboyant sun-seekers, too.
    — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of options

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“Appliances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appliances. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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