appliance
|ap/pli/ance|
B1
/əˈplaɪəns/
device for tasks
Etymology
Etymology Information
'appliance' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'appliaunce,' where 'appliaunce' meant 'application or use.'
Historical Evolution
'appliaunce' transformed into the modern English word 'appliance' through the influence of Old French 'apliance.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'application or use,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a device or piece of equipment.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task, typically a domestic one.
The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35