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Updated June 2026
The process of making something warm or hot, or a system that provides warmth to buildings and spaces. It refers to both the action and the equipment used for warming.
“The central heating system keeps the entire house comfortable during winter.”
Contains -ING ending; double vowels E-A in early positions
Worth 11 points; straightforward word with common letter patterns
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