microwave oven

noun

Definition of microwave ovennext
as in toaster oven

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Recent Examples of microwave oven In practical terms, more direct exposure would come from using a hair dryer in the morning or waiting in front of a microwave oven for your popcorn to finish. — Cam Inman, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026 The kitchen is equipped with a fridge/freezer, an induction cooktop, a microwave oven, and a sink. — Adam Williams march 27, New Atlas, 27 Mar. 2026 The inspector also made note of an unspecified issue related to the cleanliness of the door handles, the interior of the coolers, the cooler shelves, the shelving, microwave ovens and food containers. — Clark Kauffman, Iowa Capital Dispatch, 11 Mar. 2026 This peculiar event led to the discovery of the microwave oven. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for microwave oven
Recent Examples of Synonyms for microwave oven
  1. toaster oven
  2. microwave
  3. stove
  4. oven
  5. broiler
  6. toaster
  7. roaster
Noun
  • Those who own the toaster oven are encouraged to stop using it immediately and contact Panasonic for a full refund.
    — Drew Pittock, USA Today, 17 July 2026
  • Grease build-up was found on the inside of the toaster oven at the sushi bar prep station.
    — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 29 June 2026
Definition of toaster oven
Noun
  • Defeating enemy drones Lockheed Martin is now accelerating prototype production of both the Morfius platform and its microwave payload to speed deployment.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 20 July 2026
  • From space-saving drawer models to hardworking over-the-range designs, here’s how to choose the microwave that fits the way your family cooks.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
Definition of microwave
Noun
  • Hot stove brought down to a simmer Sporting KC’s name has been in the rumor mill this summer.
    — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
  • The kitchen block across from the bathroom has a dual-burner gas stove, sink and 69-L compressor fridge; the rear dining bench has seatbelts for two passengers; and the passenger-side longitudinal bed measures 72 x 30 in (182 x 76 cm).
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 July 2026
Definition of stove
Noun
  • These mats are suitable for temperatures up to 500 degrees and can also serve as a baking mat in your oven.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 23 July 2026
  • Spread the rosemary sprigs on a baking sheet and place them in the oven.
    — Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 23 July 2026
Definition of oven
Noun
  • Along with being for storage or warming food, Angelesco notes older gas ranges often put a broiler drawer in this spot.
    — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 21 July 2026
  • Turn the broiler to high and move the sheet pan to the rack closest to the broiler.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of broiler
Noun
  • 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
  • Fire officials deemed the fire accidental after determining that the family dog, Bo, jumped onto the kitchen counter and turned on the toaster, which ignited nearby combustibles.
    — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 14 July 2026
Definition of toaster
Noun
  • Inventory is already becoming limited, so scroll on to shop the best deals still available, including the iconic Dutch oven, a rectangular roaster, and more.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026
  • The business is also a coffee roaster and serves desserts such as baklava and Turkish delights.
    — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of roaster

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