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Definition
Cooler; a device used for cooling something.
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How it's used
This term is a technical or formal noun primarily used in industrial or mechanical contexts rather than for household appliances. For everyday items like portable air coolers or fans, speakers often use descriptive terms or specific brand names instead of this formal compound. It sounds clinical and is rarely heard in casual conversation about home living.
Measure word
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The cooler is broken, need to find someone to fix it.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to refer to a standard electric fan or a home air conditioner, as it sounds like you are describing industrial machinery or a laboratory component.
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Grammar guides
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