room temperature

noun

: a comfortable temperature that is not too hot or too cold

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However, developing electrolytes that can transport fluoride ions efficiently at room temperature has remained a significant challenge. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026 Arrange turkey pieces on rack, skin side up, and let sit at room temperature up to 2 hours to help decrease the cooking time. — Andy Baraghani, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026 Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the fruit has released some of its juices. — ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026 Such compounds are mostly in gas form at room temperature and can be emitted from breath, sweat, urine, blood and fecal matter. — Marta Zaraaska, Washington Post, 1 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for room temperature

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Medical Definition

room temperature

noun
: a temperature of from 59° to 77°F (15° to 25°C) that is suitable for human occupancy and at which laboratory experiments are usually performed
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