room temperature

noun

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

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Let set at room temperature 30 minutes. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026 Store the mixture in a closed jar at room temperature. Kristina Herndon, Verywell Health, 13 Jan. 2026 At room temperature, the window allows about 28 percent of visible light to pass through. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 Jan. 2026 The dish is a main course salad and should be served at room temperature. Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for room temperature

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“Room temperature.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/room%20temperature. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.

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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