space heater

noun

: a usually portable appliance for heating a relatively small area

Examples of space heater in a Sentence

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In general, a space heater should get an outlet all to itself. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2025 According to Phoenix fire, crews noticed multiple space heaters in the home. Olivia Rose, The Arizona Republic, 4 Jan. 2025 Then apply heat to your frozen pipe using a space heater, a hot water bottle, a hair dryer or another warming device. Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025 Shoppers can save up to 68 percent on cozy sweaters, space heaters, and more winter essentials, along with highly coveted gadgets like cordless vacuums and smart home devices. Clara McMahon, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for space heater 

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of space heater was in 1913

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“Space heater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/space%20heater. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

space heater

noun
: an usually portable device for heating a small area
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