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furnace

Pronunciation: [ˈfɜrnɪs]

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Learn how to use furnace in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “heating”

(noun) a device used to heat a building or space. It burns fuel like gas or oil to create heat, making your home warm and cozy, especially in winter.

Example

The furnace kept the house warm during the cold winter nights.

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Without the furnace, the house was freezing and uncomfortable.

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Is the furnace working properly to heat the home?

Context: “industrial”

(noun) a large machine used in factories to melt or heat metals and other materials. This helps shape and mold these materials for making different products.

Example

The factory's furnace melted the metal quickly for production.

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The furnace was not able to heat the material enough, causing delays in making the products.

Example

Can we check if the furnace is ready for the next metal melting batch?

How to pronounce furnace

Pronunciation: [ˈfɜrnɪs]

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