room temperature

noun

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

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Before cleaning, let shoes air-dry at room temperature, then gently brush or wipe away loose salt to prevent it from being pushed deeper into the surface. Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026 Just thaw overnight in the fridge and bring to room temperature before baking in the oven. Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026 Lowering room temperature can also help maintain good humidity levels for plants. Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 5 Jan. 2026 Serve this hot, warm or at room temperature, preferably within four hours of baking so the pastry stays buttery and crisp. The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025 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 9 Jan. 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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