white goods

Definitions

1. Domestic textiles, such as tablecloths, bedding, towels, etc. that were traditionally white in color.
   plural, plural-only
2. The large household appliances such as refrigerators, stoves, washing machines and driers as a group.
   plural, plural-only
3. Colorless spirits, such as gin and vodka.
   plural, plural-only

Equivalents

Examples

“At one time major appliances (white goods), washer, dryer, and refrigerator stores would last⟳ more than 20 years.”

“Fridges contain⟳ gases that can cause serious environmental damage⟳ and are among the most toxic white goods if not disposed of correctly, along with freezers and air conditioning units.”

“In the U.S., there has been a gradual shift from “brown goods” (darker colored drinks, such as whiskey and brandy) to “white goods” (lighter colored drinks, such as gin and vodka).”

CEFR level