appliance
noun C1
Plain meaning
a machine used in the home, especially in the kitchen
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss a machine used in the home, especially in the kitchen in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe article discussed appliance during the meeting.
examThe passage suggests that kitchen appliance can shape long-term policy or social outcomes.
Common collocations
kitchen applianceelectrical appliancehousehold appliance
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “kitchen appliance”.