noun. A device or instrument designed to perform a specific function, especially an electrical device, such as a toaster, for household use.

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

noun. The act of applying, putting to use, or carrying into practice.

noun. Something applied as a means to an end, either independently or subordinately; that which is adapted to the accomplishment of a purpose; an instrumental means, aid, or appurtenance: as, the appliances of civilization, or of a trade; mechanical, chemical, or medical appliances (tools, machinery, apparatus, remedies, etc.); an engine with its appliances.

noun. The act of applying; application.

noun. subservience; compliance.

noun. A thing applied or used as a means to an end; an apparatus or device

noun. An apparatus or device, usually powered electrically, used in homes to perform domestic functions. An appliance is often categorized as a major appliance or a minor appliance by its cost. Common major appliances are the refrigerator, washing machine, clothes drier, oven, and dishwasher. Some minor appliances are a toaster, vacuum cleaner or microwave oven.

noun. The act of applying; application.

noun. An implement, an instrument or apparatus designed (or at least used) as a means to a specific end (often specified).

noun. Specifically: A non-manual apparatus or device, powered electrically or by another small motor, used in homes to perform domestic functions (household appliance) and/or in offices.

noun. An attachment, some equipment (or - piece) to adapt another tool or machine to such specific purpose

noun. A compliance

noun. a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

noun. durable goods for home or office use

"In the case of Azul, the appliance is a kind of Java co-processor that sits on the network providing compute assistance to many different Java applications running on many different machines."

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accessory  contrivance  equipment  fitting  fixture  

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