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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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 That’s pragmatic because legacy systems, network appliances, third-party software and cloud services will migrate at different speeds. — Scott Alldridge, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026 Inside the structure were modern, clean energy appliances that promise a healthier, more comfortable, and climate-friendly home. — Molly McCrea, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026 The limited prep area has forced me to be incredibly picky about which tools and appliances to display and which to relegate to cabinets. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2026 Storyteller Overland Powering up the sockets and appliances, the Gear Mode packs in 4+ kWh of Lithionics batteries that send power through a 2,000-W inverter and charge while driving through a high-output auxiliary alternator. — New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026 The team also highlighted that electric motors power a wide range or technologies, from hybrid or electric vehicles, to industrial systems and household appliances. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026 The household appliances company is likely to blow past earnings estimates, sending its shares higher, UBS analysts said in their recent note to clients. — Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026 Ralph Newhouse, chief executive of Chefman, which makes countertop appliances, said that rising diesel prices could force him to raise prices in the coming months. — Christopher Rugaber, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026 The kitchen features an island, a wine refrigerator, stainless steel appliances and a butler’s pantry. — Kim Quillen, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appliances
  1. gadgets
  2. accessories
  3. tools
  4. options
Noun
  • David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images Chris Thomas is all-in on AI gadgets.
    — MacKenzie Sigalos,Annie Palmer, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Dutch hardware brand Fairphone has been remedying this for a few years now, with its line of gadgets that are designed to be repaired and used for years longer than usual.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of gadgets
Noun
  • Pack smarter and travel happier with a set of three packing cubes in beautiful, coordinating Indigo patterns to keep clothes, shoes, accessories and travel items organized and easy to find.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
  • As nature trades its summer greens for a rich tapestry of amber, rust, burgundy, and gold, our wardrobes are following suit—and with all manner of vibrant, textured, statement-making accessories piled on top.
    — Ciarra Lorren Zatorski, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of accessories
Noun
  • These tools can support both dynamic and personalized pricing.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Those tools include apps that allow individuals to receive cash in between paychecks and are costing them hundreds of dollars each year in fees, according to a recent report.
    — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of tools
Noun
  • Passes for the 2027 edition will be available in two, three- and four-day options, with presale registration now open.
    — Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Of course, when presented with an overwhelming number of options, most of us end up seeking comfort in dependable outfit formulas instead of taking risks.
    — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of options

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“Appliances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appliances. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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