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

Recent Examples on the Web Heat one section, move on to the next section, then go back and reheat the first section until the rope shape collapses and the top of the filler is flat and connected to both sides of the crack. Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 5 Apr. 2024 When reheating the chili, add the chicken and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently. Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 25 Feb. 2024 This 12-piece ceramic set is perfect for four and can be thrown in the dishwasher for an easy clean or popped in the microwave to reheat food. Katiee McKinstry, Rolling Stone, 21 Feb. 2024 Inspectors observed chili being improperly reheated. Jacqueline Pinedo, Sacramento Bee, 22 Mar. 2024 Vasquez uses her comal to prepare tortillas, grill vegetables, toast bread and to simply reheat foods like pancakes. Naz Deravian, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2024 The potatoes were placed in a skillet to reheat to 165F prior to returning to hot holding. Michael Braga, The Arizona Republic, 28 Feb. 2024 The bread is great reheated in a pan the next morning for breakfast. Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2024 Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 7 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1649, in the meaning defined above

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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 24 Apr. 2024.

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