room temperature

noun

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

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If freezing, let sit at room temperature about 20 minutes before eating. Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Feb. 2026 In another bowl, add room temperature eggs, sugar, and salt. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Feb. 2026 Knowing when to leave them at room temperature and how to store them long-term can make all the difference. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026 How to Store Daffodil Cake This cake is best served the day it's made but can be stored at room temperature for up to 1 day. Sarah Carey, Martha Stewart, 22 Feb. 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 3 Mar. 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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