Fan

usgb/fæn/
noun

A machine that makes air move around to cool the place off.

It's so hot today, we need to turn on the fan.
Visual representation of "fan" - A machine that makes air move around to cool the place off.

Often appears as...

  • electric fan
  • ceiling fan
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Cooling Device

Refers to devices used for air circulation and temperature control in a space.

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During the heatwave, even the classroom's fan was on full speed.
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Electricity Dependency

Fans require a power source, emphasizing their role in modern convenience.

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The power outage left us without the fan's breeze all night.
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Noise Association

Fans can be associated with a white noise that some find soothing or distracting.

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I can't sleep without the fan on; the sound drowns out the traffic noise.
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