oven

noun

Definition of ovennext
as in stove

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Recent Examples of oven Use a pot with 3 cups of water at 450°F to create steam if your oven lacks a steam-clean function. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026 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 This is equipped with a sink and an induction cooktop, along with space for a fridge/freezer and an oven. — New Atlas, 7 Aug. 2026 This Dutch oven is an ideal vessel for all of the above — and then some. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for oven
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oven
  1. stove
  2. microwave
  3. broiler
  4. toaster
  5. roaster
Noun
  • Knowing what ingredients are required on paper is meaningless if the chef has never actually turned on the stove or managed a high-stakes kitchen rush.
    — Roberta Matuson, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Most RVs have a basic kitchen with a stove, fridge, and a small sink, but the cookware and utensils can vary from one to another.
    — Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of stove
Noun
  • The only problem would be in the microwave to get the pastry heated up, if a worker used it for personal use.
    — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Its size reflects the Luna Nook's use as a vacation home, rather than full-time residence, and is equipped with a sink, an induction cooktop, a microwave, a small fridge, and a good selection of cabinetry and shelving for its size.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of microwave
Noun
  • Recipe information Heat broiler (place a rack in upper third if your broiler is in your oven).
    — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Aug. 2026
  • 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
Definition of broiler
Noun
  • Gluten-free diners should opt to not toast their bagel because the toaster is shared with full-gluten bagels.
    — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026
  • 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
Definition of toaster
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

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“Oven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oven. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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