microwave oven
noun
: an oven in which food is cooked by the heat produced by the absorption of microwave energy by water molecules in the food
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The spacecraft, about the size of a microwave oven, unfurled its sail—which billowed out to 860 square feet—in late August.
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Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024
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According to the USDA, there are three methods to safely thaw frozen leftovers: refrigerator, cold water, and microwave oven.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2024
This microwave oven has a striking blue hue and modern design, adding color and style to any kitchen.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2024
To ensure that the exterior of your microwave oven isn’t covered in fingerprints, grime, or splatters (especially easy to spot if your appliance is stainless steel), clean it in two simple steps.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 17 Sep. 2024
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Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024
How To Make Chili Less Spicy How To Safely Thaw Frozen Chili
According to the USDA, there are three methods to safely thaw frozen leftovers: refrigerator, cold water, and microwave oven.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2024
This microwave oven has a striking blue hue and modern design, adding color and style to any kitchen.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2024
To ensure that the exterior of your microwave oven isn’t covered in fingerprints, grime, or splatters (especially easy to spot if your appliance is stainless steel), clean it in two simple steps.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 17 Sep. 2024
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“Microwave oven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/microwave%20oven. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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