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| ACRYLIC |  | A soft, hypo-allergenic synthetic fiber. Used in blankets; warm and less expensive than wool, but lacks breathability. |
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| ALUMINUM | | In cookware, a highly conductible metal. Retains heat longer than copper; less expensive than copper. Generally sandwiched between layers of stainless steel or other metal. |
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| AMPERAGE | | The measurement of electrical current a motor needs to perform. |
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| ANCHOR BAND PAD | | A mattress pad that covers only the top of a mattress, an elastic band at each of the four corners, holding the pad in place. |
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| ANODIZED ALUMINUM | | Anodization is a process which makes aluminum harder, non-porous and more durable. Anodized aluminum will be darker, which causes it to respond faster and more intensely to heat. Anodized aluminum will not chip, crack or peel, and can withstand lots of use (and abuse) in the kitchen. |
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| AUTO SHUT OFF | | A safety feature found on many electrical appliances. Auto shut off will turn the appliance off automatically if left on for a certain period of time, or is in an unsafe position. |
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| AUTOMATIC SELF CLEAN | | In shavers, it's a cleaning solution provided with a self cleaning shaver, which is usually alcohol based. Allows for hands-free cleaning without having to dismantle the shaver. |
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| BAFFLING | | The best quality construction found in down comforters. Sewn-in cloth walls, rather than sewn-through stitching, keeps down from shifting and prevents cold spots. Baffling allows the down to loft to its fullest for maximum insulation. |
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| BARS OF PRESSURE | | The measurement of steam pressure which is pushed through the grinds. The higher the bars of pressure, the more flavor is extracted from the grinds. |
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| BATH SHEET | | Larger than a standard bath towel, a bath sheet is a luxurious size towel that you can wrap yourself up in. |
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| BLOUSON VALANCE | | Most blouson valances are made with a 2 1/2" wide pocket and can be hung 2 ways - either stuffed (usually with tissue paper) for a balloon (or blouson) look, or tailored (not stuffed and straight). |
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| BODY FAT / BODY MASS INDEX SCALE | | A digital scale with the added feature of determining your percentage of body fat or body mass. |
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| BOLSTER | | In cutlery, a center support piece between the blade and the handle. A bolster provides support, balance and protection for the fingers. |
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| BONE CHINA | | Bone China is in the same family as Fine China, however its clay content includes a percentage of bone ash. Bone ash helps to create a whiter, more translucent ceramic. |
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| CAFÉ RODS | | Café rods are a basic rod that adds a little decorative touch. Available in 1/2" for lighter panels and 3/4" for heavier panels. Ideal for kitchen curtains. |
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| CENTERING MECHANISM | | In toasters, this feature ensures even toasting by holding bread in the center of the unit. |
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| CHARGER PLATE | | Larger than the dinner plate, yet smaller than a platter, it is most commonly used at a formal table. The charger plate is placed at each place setting and generally removed when the main entrée is served. Therefore, all first courses are placed directly on the charger plate. |
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| CITRUS PRESS / JUICER | | Used only with citrus fruits; a more moderately priced juicer. May be manual or electric. |
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| CLEAN AIR SYSTEM | | A feature found on some vacuum cleaners, in which dirt bypasses the motor and goes directly into the bag. This feature protects the motor, as well as reduces the amount of dust and allergens released back into the air. |
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| CLEANING EFFECTIVENESS RATING | | The measure by which certain manufacturers rate vacuum cleaner effectiveness; indicates the amount of dirt removal, a higher rating being better. |
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| COLD PRESSED | | Machine-made knives using less craftsmanship than forged cutlery. Usually does not include a metal bolster, and may also be referred to as "stamped" cutlery. |
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| COMBED COTTON | | A standard grade cotton which has gone through an extra manufacturing step called "combing", reduces the number of short, uneven fibers and leaving longer, stronger staples for weaving. |
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| COMBINATION RODS | | Combination rods are a single curtain rod and Dauphine rod all in one. Used to hang a valance and rod pocket panel all on one piece of hardware, or to layer sheers and drapes. |
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| COMFORT LOCK | | In Pacific Coast Feather products, a three-sided border that keeps the down on top of the sleeper, not falling over the ends of the bed. |
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| COMMERCIAL JUICE EXTRACTOR | | A gourmet quality juicer. Extracts fresh juice while holding all pulp inside a spinning filter basket. An optimal amount of nutrients and juice are extracted from the fruits and vegetables. |
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| CONDUCTIBLE METAL | | Conductible metals refer to metals that distribute heat rapidly and evenly. Copper and aluminum are both highly conductible metals and will be found in finest quality cookware. |
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| CONVECTION OVEN | | A convection oven cooks food faster than a conventional oven by using circulating hot air. |
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| CONVENTIONAL WEAVE | | Blankets constructed of a conventional weave will be tightly woven and best used for warmth and insulation. Conventional weaves trap air between the blanket and the body, and will generally be made of synthetic or wool fibers. |
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| COOL MIST HUMIDIFIER | | The most energy-efficient type of humidifier. Water is drawn into a filter (or wick), which removes any mineral deposits; a fan then sucks moisture from the wick and disperses it in the air. |
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| COPPER | | Copper is a highly conductible metal. It heats quickly and cools rapidly - ideal when temperature control is a must. Copper may serve as a cooking surface or be layered between other metals, such as stainless steel. |
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| COTTON | | An all natural fiber. 100% cotton will be the softest and most breathable fabric. The quality of cotton is measured by the length of its staple (or fiber). The longer the staple the more luxurious and durable the cotton. |
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| COTTON / POLY BLEND | | Blended sheets are most commonly comprised of 50% cotton and 50% polyester. 50-50 blends are not as soft as all-cotton fabrics, but will wrinkle less. More moderately priced, cotton/poly blends do not breathe or absorb moisture as well as all-cotton fabrics. |
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| CREMA | | The creamy, golden foam on the surface of espresso which contains the full flavor of the espresso bean. Can only be consistently achieved with a pump driven espresso machine that produces the highest bars of pressure. |
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| DAUPHINE ROD | | Most commonly 2 1/2" in width and used predominantly for valances and rod pocket drapes. Sometimes called a Continental Rod. |
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| DECORATIVE CURTAIN ROD | | Decorative curtain rods are available in wood, metal, and sometimes with interchangeable decorative end pieces called finials. These may be used with all types of drapery panels, as well as with some blouson valances and scarf valances. Decorative curtain rods may also have matching holdbacks to complete the look of the window. |
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| DOUGH HOOK | | A stand mixer attachment used for kneading dough. |
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| DOWN | | Down is the undercoat of the bird that traps warm air next to the bird's skin. The highest quality down provides light-weight, year-round warmth, and serves as a natural insulator. |
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| DOWN ALTERNATIVE | | A synthetic material used in blankets. Provides levels of comfort and warmth that are comparable to down. |
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| DRAPERY PANELS | | Drapery panels are generally available in 63", 84" and 96" lengths. 84" is the most common length. Whether hung alone or in combination with other treatments, drapery panels offer a wide array of design options. |
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| DUAL VOLTAGE | | In electrics, an item that contains both 120 and 240 Volt systems. Allows for convenient plug-in usage for world travelers. |
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| DUST RUFFLE | | Also known as a "bed skirt", a dust ruffle covers the empty space between the mattress frame and the floor, offering visual unity to a bedding ensemble. |
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| DUVET COVER | | A comforter cover. The best protection for a down comforter, a duvet offers an easy way to change the look of a room. |
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