reheat

verb

re·​heat (ˌ)rē-ˈhēt How to pronounce reheat (audio)
reheated; reheating

transitive verb

: to heat (something) again : to make (something) hot or warm once more
reheating leftovers in the microwave

Examples of reheat in a Sentence

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Then, reheat them for two to four minutes in the microwave. Lauren O'Connor, Health, 30 July 2025 These would be best reheated in an air fryer or in the oven. Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 25 July 2025 To reheat the Spanish rice, add a little water or chicken broth and reheat in a large skillet over medium heat. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 17 July 2025 Food poisoning caused by Bacillus cereus is often related to leftover food that has been improperly cooled or reheated. Julia Ainsley, NBC news, 14 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for reheat

Word History

First Known Use

1649, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reheat was in 1649

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“Reheat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reheat. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.

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