This group gathers electrical engineering inventions built for use in and around the home, including the washing machine, dishwasher, vacuum cleaner, toaster, microwave oven, air fryer, blender, electric kettle, clothes iron, humidifier and garbage disposal. Their shared work is easing domestic labor or comfort in a private household through electricity, as distinct from the communication, lighting, recording and power generation devices built for a broader purpose.
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1. Wikipedia: Home appliance
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The development of self-contained electric and gas-powered appliances, an American innovation, emerged in the early 20th century.
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