Definitions of boiler
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a metal pot for stewing or boiling; usually has a lid
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sealed vessel where water is converted to steam
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synonyms:
steam boiler
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types:
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auxiliary boiler, donkey boiler
(nautical) an extra boiler (as a ship's boiler that is used while the ship is in port)
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type of:
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vessel
an object used as a container (especially for liquids)
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auxiliary boiler, donkey boiler
Pronunciation
US
/ˈbɔɪlər/
UK
/ˈbɔɪlə/
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