appliance

noun

1. an instrument, apparatus, or device for a particular purpose or use.
2. a piece of equipment, usually operated electrically, especially for use in the home or for performance of domestic chores, as a refrigerator, washing machine, or toaster.
3. the act of applying; application.
4. Archaic. a measure; stratagem.
5. Obsolete. compliance.

verb (used with object), ap·pli·anced, ap·pli·anc·ing.

6. to equip with appliances: a fully applianced kitchen.

noun

1. a machine or device, esp an electrical one used domestically
2. any piece of equipment having a specific function
3. a device fitted to a machine or tool to adapt it for a specific purpose
4. another name for a fire engine

n.

1. A dental or surgical device designed to perform a therapeutic or corrective function.