mi·cro·wave
ˈmī-krō-ˌwāv 
often attributive
1
: a comparatively short electromagnetic wave
especially
: one between about one millimeter and one meter in wavelength
2
microwaved; microwaving; microwaves
: to cook or heat in a microwave oven
Examples of microwave in a Sentence
Noun
The apartment came with a microwave.
Verb
microwave a bowl of soup
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Martina McBride, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2024
To serve, warm in the microwave on 100% power for 15 to 30 seconds.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2024
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Noun
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat small portions on the stovetop or in the microwave when ready to serve.
—Martina McBride, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2024
To serve, warm in the microwave on 100% power for 15 to 30 seconds.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2024
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“Microwave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/microwave. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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microwave
1 of 2 noun
mi·cro·wave
ˈmī-krō-ˌwāv
1
: a radio wave between one millimeter and one meter in wavelength
2
microwave
2 of 2 verb
: to cook or heat in a microwave oven
Medical Definition
microwave
noun
mi·cro·wave
-ˌwāv
often attributive
: a comparatively short electromagnetic wave
especially
: one between about 1 millimeter and 1 meter in wavelength
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