oven

noun

Definition of ovennext
as in stove

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Recent Examples of oven This Dutch oven is an ideal vessel for all of the above — and then some. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026 Asturias is washed by the weather blowing in from the sea and protected from the oven of the country’s central plains by the Picos de Europa, the jagged mountain range that forms the region’s southern border. — Simon Willis, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026 Instead of cooking the pork tenderloins in the oven from start to finish, give them a head start on the stovetop. — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026 Enjoy it cold or at room temperature, or reheat it in a preheated 350-degree Fahrenheit oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until the filling is warmed through and topping re-crisps. — Martha Stewart, 3 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
  • 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
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
  • 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
  • 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 13 Aug. 2026.

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