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

Many of the original features have been preserved, including two magnificent fireplaces with bread ovens. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026

Remove from the oven carefully and let cool for 40 to 60 minutes before serving. — Terrence Hayes, 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

This is equipped with a sink and an induction cooktop, along with space for a fridge/freezer and an oven. — New Atlas, 7 Aug. 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