oven

noun

ov·​en ˈə-vən 

: a chamber (as in a stove) that is used for baking, heating, or drying

Examples of oven in a Sentence

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Please take the pizza out of the oven.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Clubhouse Grill is a fun spot for a country club-style lunch, especially on the terrace overlooking the golf course, and Grand Social is the place to entertain the kids with bocce or live music and a side of wood oven pizza. —Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2026

Pop this casserole in the oven and in about 20 minutes, the epitome of comfort food will be ready for supper. —Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 May 2026

The kitchen is nearby and is equipped with a stainless steel sink, an oven and an induction cooktop, plus a fridge. —New Atlas, 22 May 2026

Aromas from the woodfire grill and charcoal oven, along with vintage photos, green velvet banquettes and Italian glass tile make the space inviting. —Beth Landman, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English ofen; akin to Old High German ofan oven and perhaps to Greek ipnos oven

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing oven

• beehive oven
• convection oven
• Dutch oven
• have a bun in the oven
• like an oven
• microwave oven
• oven glove
• oven mitt
• oven-ready
• toaster oven

Rhymes for oven

• coven

Kids Definition

oven

noun

ov·​en ˈəv-ən 

: a chamber (as in a stove) used for baking, heating, or drying