water heater

noun

: an apparatus for heating and usually storing hot water (as for domestic use)

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The property now includes a new 1,500-gallon septic system, a new well pump, new furnace, and new water heater. Miriam Schwartz, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026 Following their deaths, the Royal Kahal replaced the faulty heaters with electric water heaters, according to the lawsuit. Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 4 Feb. 2026 Choose one or two that are located in unheated spaces like the garage or basement, on exterior walls, or in the spot farthest from the hot water heater. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 3 Feb. 2026 Over time, sediment buildup in tank-style water heaters can reduce efficiency, increase energy use, and cause costly damage. Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 31 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for water heater

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First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of water heater was in 1824

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“Water heater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water%20heater. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.

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