| film |
to photograph with a movie camera or other video recording device. [1/5 definitions] |
| filter |
a device used to remove dirt or other solids from liquids or gases. A filter can be made of paper, charcoal, or other material with tiny holes in it. [2/5 definitions] |
| fire alarm |
a device that gives off a noise to signal that a fire is occurring. |
| flintlock |
a gun that has this device. [1/2 definitions] |
| fridge |
(informal) a refrigerator, a device for storing things at cold temperatures, esp. food. |
| fuse1 |
any device used to set off an explosion. |
| fuse2 |
an electrical device with a connection that melts if there is too much heat. Fuses protect buildings by breaking a circuit before a fire can start. [1/4 definitions] |
| gadget |
a small tool or device with a clever design or unusual use. |
| generator |
a machine or device that produces electricity or other energy. [1/2 definitions] |
| gimmick |
a clever device or idea whose only purpose is to get a customer's attention. |
| guard |
a device used to prevent harm to something. [1/6 definitions] |
| guillotine |
a device having a sharp blade that is dropped between two guide posts to execute a person by chopping off his or her head. [2 definitions] |
| hanger |
any device used to hang something. [1/2 definitions] |
| hard drive |
a device for storing information on a computer's hard disk. A hard drive can be built into a computer or can sit outside the computer and be connected to it by a cable. |
| hearing aid |
a small electronic device that makes sound louder and is worn to make poor hearing better. |
| heater |
a device that gives heat. Heaters are used to make water or the air in a building warmer. |
| hinge |
a device on a door, window, or lid made of two pieces connected so that one piece can open, close, or swing upon the other. [1/3 definitions] |
| hoist |
to lift or haul up using a mechanical device. [1/2 definitions] |
| horn |
a device used to make a loud warning sound. [1/3 definitions] |
| ignition |
a device for getting something to burn by means of a spark or friction. In a car or other vehicle, the ignition is the device or system that ignites the fuel to start the engine. [1/2 definitions] |
| implement |
something used to do a particular job; tool or device. [1/2 definitions] |