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hoʊm əˈplaɪ.ənsɪz
noun
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Electrical devices and machines used in households for daily tasks and convenience.
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Modern home appliances enhance convenience.
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household devices, domestic equipment, electrical gadgets
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industrial machinery, manual tools, unmechanized tools
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əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən
noun
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The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.
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The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.
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collection, stockpiling, amassing
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reduction, depletion, dispersion
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ˌfʌŋk.ʃəˈnæl.ə.ti
noun
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The quality of being functional; the ability to work or operate as intended.
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The new refrigerator has improved functionality .
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performance, utility, efficiency
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dysfunction, uselessness, inefficiency
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ˌsæn.ɪ.taɪˈzeɪ.ʃən
noun
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The process of cleaning and disinfecting to eliminate germs and bacteria.
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Regular sanitization keeps appliances germ-free.
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cleaning, sterilization, decontamination
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contamination, pollution, infection
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ˌdɪs.ɪnˈfek.ʃən
noun
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The process of destroying harmful microorganisms to prevent infection.
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Kitchen appliances require frequent disinfection .
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decontamination, purification, antisepsis
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contamination, infection, polluting
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ˌdʊr.əˈbɪl.ə.ti
noun
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The ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting quality.
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The durability of appliances depends on maintenance.
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longevity, robustness, resilience
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fragility, weakness, brittleness
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ˈrez.ɪ.djuː
noun
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A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been removed.
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Soap residue affects appliance efficiency.
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remnant, deposit, leftover
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cleanness, purity, absence
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mælˈfʌŋk.ʃən
noun/verb
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A failure to function normally or satisfactorily; a defect or breakdown.
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The engine malfunctioned due to overheating.
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breakdown, defect, failure
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functionality, efficiency, performance
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ˌɒk.sɪˈdeɪ.ʃən
noun
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A chemical reaction that involves the combination of a substance with oxygen, often causing deterioration.
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Oxidation causes metal surfaces to weaken.
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rusting, corrosion, decomposition
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reduction, preservation, anti-rust
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kəˈrəʊ.ʒən
noun
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The gradual destruction of materials by chemical or electrochemical reaction, especially of metals by oxidation.
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Corrosion in pipes leads to leakage.
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rust, erosion, deterioration
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protection, strengthening, coating
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dɪˌtɪə.ri.əˈreɪ.ʃən
noun
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The process of becoming progressively worse; decline in quality, condition, or strength.
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Poor maintenance leads to material deterioration .
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decline, degradation, breakdown
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improvement, enhancement, preservation
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ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən
noun
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The action of maintaining something in its original or existing state; protection from harm or damage.
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Proper preservation extends the lifespan of machinery.
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conservation, maintenance, protection
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neglect, deterioration, damage
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ˌluː.brɪˈkeɪ.ʃən
noun
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The application of a substance such as oil or grease to reduce friction between moving parts.
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Lubrication reduces wear and tear in machines.
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oiling, greasing, coating
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friction, dryness, resistance
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ˌkæl.ɪˈbreɪ.ʃən
noun
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The action or process of adjusting or determining the accuracy of measuring instruments.
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The accuracy of a scale depends on regular calibration .
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adjustment, standardization, alignment
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misalignment, inaccuracy, maladjustment
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səˌsɛp.təˈbɪl.ə.ti
noun
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The quality of being likely to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing; vulnerability.
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High susceptibility to infections requires extra care.
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sensitivity, exposure, inclination
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immunity, resistance, strength
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ˌvʌl.nɚ.əˈbɪl.ə.ti
noun
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The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
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Financial vulnerability can cause long-term instability.
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weakness, defenselessness, fragility
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security, protection, strength
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ˈmɪt.ɪ.ɡeɪt
verb
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To make something less severe, serious, or painful; to reduce or alleviate.
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The new policy aims to mitigate climate change effects.
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alleviate, reduce, diminish
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exacerbate, aggravate, intensify
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haɪˈdʒiː.nɪk
adjective
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Conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially by being clean.
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Maintaining hygienic conditions in hospitals is crucial.
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unhygienic, contaminated, polluted
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esˈθet.ɪks
noun
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A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.
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Interior design focuses on aesthetics and functionality.
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beauty, elegance, visual appeal
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ugliness, displeasing, distortion
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prəˈlɒŋ
verb
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To extend the duration of something; to make something last longer.
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A healthy diet helps prolong life expectancy.
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extend, lengthen, sustain
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ɪˈræd.ɪ.keɪt
verb
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To destroy completely; to put an end to something undesirable.
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Vaccination programs help eradicate infectious diseases.
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eliminate, exterminate, abolish
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preserve, retain, maintain
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