water heater

noun

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

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Is the broken window or leaky water heater an association or homeowner concern? Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 8 May 2026 Under rules adopted in 2023, only zero-nitrogen oxide water heaters would be sold starting in 2027, followed by air heaters in 2029 and larger commercial systems in 2031. Kenny Choi, CBS News, 5 May 2026 Old debris accumulation was found on the water heater, prep cooler doors and on the three compartment sink basins. Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado may 1, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026 Protect water heaters, especially older ones, with an insulated blanket. Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for water heater

Word History

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 14 May. 2026.

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