Meaning of the word furnace in English
What does furnace mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
furnace
US /ˈfɝː.nɪs/
UK /ˈfɜː.nɪs/
Noun
1.
an enclosed structure in which material can be heated to very high temperatures, e.g., for smelting metal or baking pottery
Example:
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The blacksmith used a powerful furnace to heat the iron.
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The pottery was fired in a large ceramic furnace.
2.
an appliance for heating a building, typically fueled by gas or electricity and circulating warm air
Example:
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The old furnace in the basement needs to be replaced.
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We turned on the furnace as soon as it got cold.