major appliance

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meaningsofmajorandappliance

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major
adjective
uk
/ˈmeɪ.dʒər/us
/ˈmeɪ.dʒɚ/
more important, bigger, or more serious than others of the ...
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appliance
noun[C]
uk
/əˈplaɪ.əns/us
/əˈplaɪ.əns/
a device, machine, or piece of equipment, especially an electrical one that is used in the house, such as a cooker or ...
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Their firstmajorappliancewas a hose cart which was pulled by hand to a hydrant.
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In addition to a cable being installed to everymajorapplianceyou also need to install a data cable near the electricity meter.
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Themajorappliancemanufactures were required to use standard testing practices and place clear labels on products.
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He eventually was put in charge of first sporting goods and themajorappliancedepartment for the entire company, controlling over $1 billion in sales.
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Labelling therefore must be concentrated on those major appliances that have the most significant differences in electricial consumption—refrigerators, fridge-freezers, freezers, water heaters, washing machines, dishwashers and room air conditioners.
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Success in television sales enabled the company to branch out into major appliances such as refrigerators by the 1950s.
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In addition to furniture, the store sells electronics and major appliances.
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The company's slide products are found in furniture and cabinetry, major appliances, electronic enclosures, automobiles and utility vehicles, and industrial equipment and machinery.
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Electrolux products sell under a variety of brand names including its own and are primarily major appliances and vacuum cleaners intended for consumer use.
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Dealers of recreational vehicles, boats and major appliances may also use floor planning for all or part of their inventories.
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Major appliances include the dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, washing machine, and dryer.
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Over time, the concept was adjusted to include home electronics, some major appliances, office furniture, and a large selection of outdoor furniture and window treatments.
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Heat shields can be placed between cabinets and major appliances such as dishwashers and ranges.
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Two-pole common trip breakers are common on 120/240-volt systems where 240 volt loads (including major appliances or further distribution boards) span the two live wires.
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In contrast, major appliances, or white goods (from their at one time common, white enameled metal exteriors), can not be easily moved and are generally placed on the floor.
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