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noun

Definition of microwave

as in stove

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verb

as in to heat

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Noun

Using a microwave to heat water for tea can result in uneven heating and affect the tea’s flavor and quality. — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026 To test the design, the researchers built the structure for microwave frequencies and sent information-carrying microwave signals through it. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026

Verb

Eggs can be hard-boiled for a portable protein snack, scrambled for breakfast, microwaved for a bagel sandwich, and used in baking. — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 21 May 2026 The Culinary Chef Electric Popcorn Maker is a countertop appliance that makes popcorn using hot air, with no oil required — a lighter alternative to microwave or stovetop popcorn for movie nights and snack time. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for microwave

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Noun

An open floor plan and exposed solid wood beams set a lovely tone for this beautiful home, as does the vintage wood-burning stove and Dutch-style farm doors.

— Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
Its open-plan layout includes a freestanding wood-burning stove, pale wood floors, and a kitchen with a waterfall island and flat-front cabinets, plus a primary bedroom and bunk room.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of stove

Verb

Perhaps the coral senses heat or lack of oxygen, and some biological mechanism then triggers the faster beating.

— Marlowe Starling, Quanta Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026
The spa Uniquely for the Danish capital, Villa Copenhagen boasts a roof-top lap pool, outdoor and heated, with a bar.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of heat

Noun

Either thaw them at room temperature or reheat them by wrapping frozen muffins or loaves in foil and placing them in a 300ºF oven for 12 to 15 minutes (muffins) or up to 30 minutes (loaves) until heated through.

— Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2026
Cover with aluminum foil, and bake in preheated oven 40 minutes.

— Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of oven

Noun

Martha Stewart Electric Toaster Designed with a slim, space-saving profile, this streamlined toaster fits seamlessly into any kitchen.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026
The toaster used is shared with full-gluten bread, but the conveyor belt-style oven allows workers to place gluten-free bread on aluminum foil to keep it from touching the actual oven.

— Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Definition of toaster

Noun

Earlier models suggested the effect would have resembled a worldwide broiler that was potentially deadly to exposed, thin-skinned animals, but not powerful enough to ignite vegetation across the globe.

— Stefanie Waldek, Space.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Whole-milk low-moisture mozzarella melts beautifully without adding excess moisture, creating enticing, leopard-like spots after a quick trip under the broiler.

— Rachel Dolfi, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 July 2026

Definition of broiler

Noun

In a collaboration with a local coffee roaster that’s also informed by his Hmong heritage, Minneapolis chef Yia Vang developed this earthy, spicy steak rub.

— Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026
The Holopireks found a coffee roaster, Foxen Coffee out of Monett, to use in the shop for both hot and iced beverages.

— Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

Definition of roaster

Noun

It is outfitted with premium BlueStar professional grade appliances, a Miele espresso machine, Miele microwave oven, a two-zone Miele wine refrigerator, and soapstone countertops.

— James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026
The researchers noted a few limitations to their study results, namely that the experiments were performed at a laboratory scale with a domestic microwave oven, which might not match the results at a larger scale with industrial microwaves.

— Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 17 June 2026

Definition of microwave oven

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