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| appliance | |
| Pronunciation: | a-PLI-ans |
| Definition : | A device for converting one form of energy or fuel into useful energy or work. |
| Facts: |
Washing machines, air conditioners, dishwashers, and toasters are appliances, but so are devices like lawn mowers and generators. The U.S. government has an efficiency program called "Energy Star." This is a voluntary program that allows manufacturers to label an appliance with the Energy Star if the appliance uses half as much energy as a convential (standard) appliance. |