You’re listening to Lingo Phoenix’s word of the day for July 20.

Lollipop Day

Today’s word is appliance, spelled a-p-p-l-i-a-n-c-e.

appliance /əˈplaɪəns/ noun [countable]

a device, machine, or piece of equipment, especially an electrical one that is used in the house, such as a washing machine

Don't plug in an electrical appliance with wet hands - you could get an electric shock.

Are all of the kitchen appliances included in the price of the house?

Modern appliances such as washing machines, vacuum cleaners and steam irons make housework easier.

All household appliances are now on sale.

Since the invention of the cork, all manner of appliances have been invented for the extraction of these sometimes troublesome stoppers.

Cleaning your dishwasher filter is an easy maintenance task that will help your appliance's performance.

— Catie Parrish, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2021

With tons of options available, your new favorite kitchen appliance is just one click away.

— Nishka Dhawan, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2021

Complete with a touch-screen and easy-to-use display, this appliance will be sure to become a kitchen staple in no time.

— Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2021

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