boiler

The word “boiler” means a closed vessel or appliance used to heat water or produce steam, typically for heating a building or generating power. In plain terms, a tank or appliance that heats water or makes steam, commonly used for home heating.

“Boiler” is pronounced BOY-luh (/ˈbɔɪlɚ/ in IPA).

Here is “boiler” used in a sentence: “The old boiler broke down in the middle of winter.”

“Boiler” is a noun.

“Boiler” is an uncommon word in modern English.

A boiler heats water or produces steam to warm a building, typically circulating hot water or steam through pipes and radiators, while a furnace heats air directly and distributes it through ducts. The two serve the same general purpose of heating but use different methods and systems.

A boiler needing servicing means the appliance used to heat water or produce steam requires maintenance to keep it running safely and efficiently. Regular servicing helps prevent breakdowns and can catch issues like leaks or pressure problems early.

Older houses often use a boiler because it was long the standard closed vessel appliance for heating water or producing steam for building heat, and existing pipework and radiators are built around that system. Replacing it with a different heating method can require significant renovation.