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noun

Definition of microwavenext
as in stove

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microwave

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verb

as in to heat

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Recent Examples of microwave
Noun
The researchers integrated the microwave transmitter, receiver, and optical components into the Heliotron J experimental fusion device. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026 The company also suggested scheduling laundry and dishwasher tasks at night, and using a slow cooker or microwave instead of an oven or stove to cook food. — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 30 June 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for microwave
  1. stove
  2. heat
  3. oven
  4. steam
  5. toaster
  6. broiler
  7. roaster
  8. microwave oven
Noun
  • The shed had a standing shower and a kitchenette, and Merryman added a table-top stove and oven.
    — Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 7 July 2026
  • Simply heat cream on the stove and mix in Parmesan cheese and garlic.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026
Definition of stove
Verb
  • The 16-inch turntable is one of the largest on the market and a great way to cook or heat larger dishes while still getting the convenience of a countertop microwave.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 8 July 2026
  • There are two possible, competing ways in which dust can affect the Alfvén waves, which in turn could determine how energy is dumped into the corona, heating it.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of heat
Noun
  • Serve up the comforting flavors of chicken pot pie with less pressure by simply tossing all of the ingredients into your Dutch oven.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026
  • This is well-stocked and suitable for serious cooking, with a sink, an oven and induction cooktop, a fridge/freezer, a microwave, and even a dishwasher, which is a rare luxury in a tiny house.
    — Adam Williams July 08, New Atlas, 8 July 2026
Definition of oven
Verb
  • The afterbirth hanging down from the cows, steaming in the cold spring air.
    — Emily Ruskovich, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026
  • Reduce heat to low and cook (milk should be steaming or just barely simmering around edges of pan) 10 minutes.
    — Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026
Definition of steam
Noun
  • The direct heat from coils in a toaster provides the bread with access to higher temperatures due to proximity.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 28 June 2026
  • This three-in-one appliance saves counter space by functioning as an air fryer, a toaster, and an oven.
    — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
Definition of toaster
Noun
  • While the broiler heats, combine the chicken, Italian salad dressing, parsley and salt in a large bowl.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • The lot gets toasted under the broiler, allowing the sauce to char and melt into a velvety smooth shawl over this restaurant-worthy croque monsieur.
    — Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 June 2026
Definition of broiler
Noun
  • The roaster has two chambers suspended above propane burners.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
  • Their coffee beans come from Counterculture, a roaster located in the West Loop that sources their beans from all over the world.
    — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 10 June 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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