NYT Dictionary

APPLIANCE

/əˈplaɪ.əns/
Nounap-PLI-anceap-pli-ance · 3 syllablesGrade 12

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2025

Meaning

An implement, an instrument or apparatus designed (or at least used) as a means to a specific end, especially

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Recorded since the 1560s. From the English apply + -ance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

applicationcuremedicineremedycompliancecontraptioncontrivanceconveniencegadgetgizmo

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle, including a pangram:

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