microwave

[ˈmaɪkrəweɪv]

microwave Definition

an oven that cooks food very quickly by producing microwaves.

Using microwave: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "microwave" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I heated up my lunch in the microwave.

  • Example

    The recipe says to cook the vegetables in a microwave for five minutes.

microwave Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for microwave

  • microwave oven
  • microwave cooker
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Summary: microwave in Brief

A 'microwave' [ˈmaɪkrəweɪv] is an oven that uses microwaves to cook food quickly. It's commonly used to heat up leftovers or cook simple meals, as in 'I heated up my lunch in the microwave.'

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