room temperature

noun

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

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By comparison, conventional lithium batteries reach about 136 Wh per pound at room temperature, dropping to roughly 68 Wh per pound at minus 4 °F. Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 29 Mar. 2026 And when in doubt or if you’re paralyzed with the paradox of two choices, stick to room temperature. Audrey Noble, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026 Nausea and vomiting Eat small, frequent meals with bland or starchy foods at room temperature. CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026 To ensure the butter whips up creamy and smooth, bring it to room temperature before using. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 26 Mar. 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 5 Apr. 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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