Furnace and Grate

Furnace

Furnace noun - An enclosed chamber in which heat is produced to heat buildings, destroy refuse, smelt or refine ores, etc..
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Synonyms for Furnace

Grate and furnace are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Grate" instead a noun "Furnace".

Grate

Grate noun - A harsh rasping sound made by scraping something.

Furnace and grate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Furnace" instead a noun "Grate".

Nearby Words: grating, grated, grater

Both words in one sentence

  • Creepy Basement In the first Home Alone, Kevin was scared of going into the basement because of a furnace that he imagines opens its grate and talks to him.
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