reheat

verb

re·​heat (ˌ)rē-ˈhēt How to pronounce reheat (audio)
reheated; reheating
Synonyms of reheatnext

transitive verb

: to heat (something) again : to make (something) hot or warm once more
reheating leftovers in the microwave

Examples of reheat in a Sentence

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Here, consumers will find everything from sandwiches to street tacos, plus full meals that can be reheated in the oven, such as meatloaf and mashed potatoes. Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 May 2026 Transfer food out of fast food containers and microwave bags before reheating — glass or ceramic are the straightforward swap. Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026 Move fast food and microwave-bag contents to glass or ceramic before reheating. Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026 My leftovers reheated beautifully. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for reheat

Word History

First Known Use

1649, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reheat was in 1649

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“Reheat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reheat. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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