oven

noun

ov·en ˈə-vən

Synonyms of oven next

: a chamber 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 Bake pie: Bake in preheated oven until Crust is golden brown, about 1 hour. —

Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2023 The cast iron pot can sear, brown, and cook food practically any which way — no matter if it’s being used on a stovetop or in an oven. —

Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 18 Sep. 2023 Pop these ready-to-bake scones in the oven and get ready for your whole house to smell absolutely heavenly. —

Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 18 Sep. 2023 Using a covered Dutch oven, add oil and position roast, sprinkling with garlic powder. —

Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2023 Finally, place your marinated red bell peppers on top before popping it in the oven at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes. —

Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Sep. 2023 Some verge on outlandish, like shoe-box kitchens with showers built into the walls, while others sport anachronistic details, like a ceremonious 20th-century oven. —

Jess Eng, New York Times, 12 Sep. 2023 Your air fryer can even function as a Thanksgiving helper: Use it to make side dishes while the oven roasts the main event. —

Mackenzie Chung Fegan, Bon Appétit, 8 Sep. 2023 Step 2Place potatoes in a large Dutch oven and cover with salted water. —

Lyda Jones Burnette, Country Living, 8 Sep. 2023 See More

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