Electrolux

/ɪˈlɛktroʊlʌks/ noun

Definition

A Swedish multinational home appliance manufacturer, or by extension, any of their vacuum cleaners or appliances.

Etymology

Company name from 1919, combining Latin 'electro' (electrical) and 'lux' (light), originally emphasizing their electric lighting products before expanding to appliances.

Kelly Says

The name literally means 'electric light' but the company became famous for vacuum cleaners - a perfect example of how brand names can outlive their original meaning as companies evolve.

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