room temperature

noun

: a comfortable temperature that is not too hot or too cold

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Rest for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1 to 2 hours at room temperature. Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 9 Aug. 2026 Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026 Either thaw them at room temperature or reheat them by wrapping frozen muffins or loaves in foil and placing them in a 300ºF oven for 12 to 15 minutes (muffins) or up to 30 minutes (loaves) until heated through. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2026 Because the dye naturally attaches to the fabric, manufacturers can perform the process at room temperature rather than heating large volumes of water and chemicals. Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for room temperature

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“Room temperature.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/room%20temperature. Accessed 12 Aug. 2026.

Medical Definition

room temperature

noun
: a temperature of from 59° to 77°F (15° to 25°C) that is suitable for human occupancy and at which laboratory experiments are usually performed
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