Household Objects and Uses

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Bright light bulb

Light bulbs illuminate rooms.

Soft sofa

Sofas provide comfortable seating.

Large wardrobe

Wardrobes store hanging clothes.

Hot iron

Irons remove clothing wrinkles.

Dry towel

Towels absorb wet moisture.

Thick curtain

Curtains block outside light.

Comfortable bed

Beds provide restful sleep.

Fluffy pillow

Pillows support resting heads.

Warm blanket

Blankets retain body heat.

Sturdy bedside table

Bedside tables hold lamps.

Loud alarm clock

Alarm clocks wake people.

Tall floor lamp

Floor lamps brighten spaces.

Wooden coat hanger

Hangers keep garments neat.

Full-length mirror

Mirrors reflect personal appearance.

Soft mattress

Mattresses cushion sleeping bodies.

Cozy duvet

Duvets provide nighttime warmth.

Fitted sheet

Sheets protect mattress surfaces.

Soft bath mat

Mats absorb wet footprints.

Clean washcloth

Washcloths scrub skin gently.

Shower curtain

Curtains prevent water splashes.

Bathroom sink

Sinks facilitate daily washing.

Shower head

Shower heads spray water.

Porcelain toilet

Toilets dispose of waste.

Toilet brush

Toilet brushes clean bowls.

Plunger

Plungers clear clogged pipes.

Toothbrush

Toothbrushes scrub dirty teeth.

Toothpaste tube

Toothpaste cleans dental enamel.

Hand soap

Soaps wash away germs.

Hair shampoo

Shampoos cleanse dirty hair.

Hair dryer

Dryers dry wet hair.

Hair brush

Brushes untangle messy hair.

Nail clippers

Clippers trim overgrown nails.

Metal razor

Razors shave unwanted hair.

First aid kit

Kits treat minor injuries.

Weighing scale

Scales measure body weight.

Cold refrigerator

Refrigerators preserve perishable food.

Deep freezer

Freezers keep food frozen.

Gas stove

Stoves cook heated meals.

Baking oven

Ovens bake warm dishes.

Microwave oven

Microwaves reheat cold food.

Electric toaster

Toasters crisp sliced bread.

Electric kettle

Kettles boil fresh water.

Coffee maker

Coffee makers brew drinks.

Electric blender

Blenders puree fresh ingredients.

Electric mixer

Mixers blend thick batter.

Sharp kitchen knife

Knives slice raw food.

Cutting board

Boards protect kitchen counters.

Frying pan

Pans fry tasty foods.

Cooking pot

Pots boil hot soups.

Baking sheet

Sheets bake crisp cookies.

Wooden spoon

Spoons stir cooking liquids.

Metal spatula

Spatulas flip cooking food.

Stainless steel tongs

Tongs grip hot ingredients.

Kitchen ladle

Ladles scoop warm soup.

Fine mesh strainer

Strainers separate food liquids.

Vegetable peeler

Peelers remove fruit skins.

Cheese grater

Graters shred hard cheese.

Can opener

Openers cut metal cans.

Bottle opener

Openers uncap glass bottles.

Corkscrew

Corkscrews remove wine corks.

Rolling pin

Pins flatten pastry dough.

Measuring cup

Cups measure liquid volume.

Kitchen timer

Timers track cooking time.

Ceramic dinner plate

Plates hold food portions.

Soup bowl

Bowls contain liquid foods.

Drinking glass

Glasses hold cold beverages.

Ceramic coffee mug

Mugs hold hot beverages.

Metal fork

Forks spear edible food.

Soup spoon

Spoons scoop liquid meals.

Butter knife

Knives spread soft butter.

Paper napkin

Napkins wipe messy mouths.

Dish drying rack

Racks dry wet dishes.

Dishwasher

Dishwashers wash dirty dishware.

Kitchen sponge

Sponges scrub dirty dishes.

Liquid dish soap

Dish soap dissolves grease.

Trash can

Cans collect household rubbish.

Trash bag

Bags line waste bins.

Washing machine

Washing machines clean garments.

Tumble dryer

Dryers dry damp clothes.

Laundry basket

Baskets hold dirty laundry.

Ironing board

Boards support flat fabrics.

Bristle broom

Brooms sweep dusty floors.

Plastic dustpan

Dustpans collect swept dirt.

Floor mop

Mops wash dirty floors.

Mop bucket

Buckets hold soapy water.

Vacuum cleaner

Vacuums suck up dust.

Feather duster

Dusters clean dusty surfaces.

Microfiber cloth

Cloths wipe away smudges.

Rubber gloves

Gloves protect working hands.

Glass spray cleaner

Sprays clean window glass.

Wooden dining table

Tables host family meals.

Dining chair

Chairs provide mealtime seating.

Armchair

Armchairs offer relaxing seating.

Coffee table

Tables hold living items.

Bookshelf

Bookshelves hold paper books.

Television set

Televisions broadcast entertaining shows.

Remote control

Remotes change television channels.

Ceiling fan

Fans circulate room air.

Air conditioner

Conditioners cool indoor air.

Space heater

Heaters warm chilly rooms.

Humidifier

Humidifiers add moisture indoors.

Air purifier

Purifiers clean indoor air.

Thermostat

Thermostats regulate home temperature.

Smoke detector

Detectors sound smoke alarms.

Fire extinguisher

Extinguishers extinguish sudden fires.

Flashlight

Flashlights provide portable light.

Floor rug

Rugs warm cold floors.

Welcome doormat

Doormats clean dirty shoes.

Front door lock

Locks secure house doors.

Metal key

Keys unlock entry doors.

Electric doorbell

Doorbells alert visiting guests.

Window blinds

Blinds filter harsh sunlight.

Window screen

Screens block flying insects.

Computer desk

Desks support office computers.

Office chair

Chairs seat computer users.

Laptop computer

Laptops process digital work.

Computer keyboard

Keyboards input typed letters.

Computer mouse

Mice guide screen pointers.

Paper printer

Printers print physical documents.

Paper shredder

Shredders destroy sensitive papers.

Filing cabinet

Cabinets organize office files.

Table lamp

Lamps provide focused light.

Power strip

Strips multiply electrical sockets.

Wall charger

Chargers recharge dead batteries.

Extension cord

Cords extend electricity reach.

Wi-Fi router

Routers provide wireless internet.

Telephone

Phones make voice calls.

Ballpoint pen

Pens write ink words.

Graphite pencil

Pencils sketch erasable lines.

Rubber eraser

Erasers remove pencil marks.

Pencil sharpener

Sharpeners hone dull pencils.

Paper notebook

Notebooks record written notes.

Paperclip

Paperclips hold papers together.

Sticky tape

Tape joins broken items.

Stapler

Staplers fasten loose sheets.

Scissors

Scissors cut thin paper.

Utility knife

Knives open sealed boxes.

Metal ruler

Rulers measure straight lengths.

Wall calendar

Calendars track important dates.

Wall clock

Clocks display current time.

Umbrella

Umbrellas block falling rain.

Raincoat

Raincoats repel stormy weather.

Shoe rack

Racks organize footwear pairs.

Shoe horn

Horns ease shoe entry.

Coat rack

Racks hang heavy coats.

Window squeegee

Squeegees wipe glass dry.

Step stool

Stools reach high shelves.

Folding ladder

Ladders elevate working people.

Toolbox

Toolboxes store hand tools.

Claw hammer

Hammers pound metal nails.

Screwdriver

Screwdrivers drive threaded screws.

Adjustable wrench

Wrenches tighten metal bolts.

Pliers

Pliers grip small hardware.

Hand saw

Saws cut wooden boards.

Measuring tape

Tapes measure physical dimensions.

Electric drill

Drills bore round holes.

Level tool

Levels ensure flat surfaces.

Sandpaper

Sandpaper smooths rough wood.

Steel nails

Nails fasten wooden joints.

Metal screws

Screws secure joined objects.

Super glue

Glue bonds broken surfaces.

Lubricating spray

Sprays loosen stuck parts.

Duct tape

Tape fixes temporary tears.

Garden hose

Hoses spray garden water.

Watering can

Cans water household plants.

Garden rake

Rakes gather fallen leaves.

Garden shovel

Shovels dig dirt holes.

Garden trowel

Trowels scoop planting soil.

Pruning shears

Shears trim overgrown branches.

Wheelbarrow

Wheelbarrows haul heavy loads.

Lawn mower

Mowers trim long grass.

Outdoor broom

Brooms sweep garden patios.

Plant pot

Pots contain plant roots.

Patio chair

Chairs offer outdoor seating.

Patio umbrella

Umbrellas shade sunny yards.

Barbecue grill

Grills cook outdoor meat.

Cooler box

Coolers keep drinks cold.

Thermos flask

Flasks keep drinks warm.

Water pitcher

Pitchers hold poured water.

Ice tray

Trays freeze ice cubes.

Salad spinner

Spinners dry washed lettuce.

Food container

Containers keep leftovers fresh.

Plastic wrap

Wrap seals food bowls.

Aluminum foil

Foil wraps roasted foods.

Parchment paper

Paper lines baking trays.

Oven mitts

Mitts protect hot hands.

Kitchen apron

Aprons shield clean clothes.

Trivet

Trivets protect hot counters.

Bottle brush

Brushes clean bottle interiors.

Sink stopper

Stoppers hold sink water.

Laundry detergent

Detergent removes clothing stains.

Fabric softener

Softener softens laundered garments.

Clothesline

Lines air-dry wet clothes.

Clothespins

Clothespins hold hanging garments.

Sewing needle

Needles stitch torn fabric.

Sewing thread

Thread binds cloth seams.

Safety pin

Pins fasten fabric edges.

Lint roller

Rollers lift garment fuzz.

Luggage suitcase

Suitcases carry travel gear.

Backpack

Backpacks carry personal belongings.

Handbag

Handbags store daily essentials.

Wallet

Wallets hold paper money.

Keyring

Keyrings organize loose keys.

Reading glasses

Glasses sharpen blurry print.

Sunglasses

Sunglasses shield glaring sunlight.

Eyeglass case

Cases protect fragile lenses.

Magnifying glass

Glasses enlarge tiny print.

Pocket lighter

Lighters ignite open flames.

Matchbox

Matches ignite quick fires.

Scented candle

Candles produce pleasant fragrances.

Candle holder

Holders anchor melting candles.

Glass flower vase

Vases hold fresh flowers.

Picture frame

Frames display family photos.

Wall shelf

Shelves hold decorative items.

Storage ottoman

Ottomans store hidden blankets.

Doorstop

Doorstops keep doors open.