microwave 1 of 2

noun

Definition of microwavenext
as in stove

Related Words

Relevance

microwave

2 of 2

verb

as in to heat

Related Words

Dissimilar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of microwave
Noun
Mooney recommends placing them in a microwave-safe bowl, filling it with water, and heating it for a few minutes. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 27 July 2026 It can also be used indoors when the power goes out to power your refrigerator, TV, microwave, coffee maker, and other appliances. — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Verb
Eggs can be hard-boiled for a portable protein snack, scrambled for breakfast, microwaved for a bagel sandwich, and used in baking. — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 21 May 2026 The Culinary Chef Electric Popcorn Maker is a countertop appliance that makes popcorn using hot air, with no oil required — a lighter alternative to microwave or stovetop popcorn for movie nights and snack time. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for microwave
Recent Examples of Synonyms for microwave
  1. stove
  2. heat
  3. oven
  4. steam
  5. toaster
  6. broiler
  7. roaster
  8. microwave oven
Noun
  • Under Grayson's direction, Massey went to the stove to remove it.
    — Jerry Nowicki, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • Dampen a microfiber cloth with the solution, then wipe the entire surface of the stove.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 29 July 2026
Definition of stove
Verb
  • Today, rising global temperatures are making heat the deadliest weather hazard in many parts of the world.
    — Nicole F. Roberts, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Swimming pools are heated to 93 or 94 degrees so children with sickle cell disease don’t have a crisis.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2026
Definition of heat
Noun
  • Friday afternoons for many Saudis often mean queuing for the cheap, calorie-rich, clay-oven bread.
    — Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 29 July 2026
  • Brand crisps up a variety of tails ranging from salmon to cod to tilefish in the oven and assesses their flavors and textures.
    — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 29 July 2026
Definition of oven
Verb
  • Its shot-of-steam, spray, vertical-steaming and self-cleaning features were also tested.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 21 July 2026
  • Manila clams are woven into Italian cuisine, tossed in pasta or served steamed.
    — Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Definition of steam
Noun
  • 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
  • Best Amazon Home New Arrivals Upgrade your kitchen with a nonstick frying pan that’s actually nonstick, a two-slice toaster that’s surprisingly not an eyesore, and a Le Creuset mini cocotte.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2026
Definition of toaster
Noun
  • Along with being for storage or warming food, Angelesco notes older gas ranges often put a broiler drawer in this spot.
    — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 21 July 2026
  • Turn the broiler to high and move the sheet pan to the rack closest to the broiler.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of broiler
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
Noun
  • It is outfitted with premium BlueStar professional grade appliances, a Miele espresso machine, Miele microwave oven, a two-zone Miele wine refrigerator, and soapstone countertops.
    — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026
  • The researchers noted a few limitations to their study results, namely that the experiments were performed at a laboratory scale with a domestic microwave oven, which might not match the results at a larger scale with industrial microwaves.
    — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 17 June 2026
Definition of microwave oven

Browse Nearby Words

microstates
microwave
microwaved
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Microwave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/microwave. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

Copy Citation

More from Merriam-Webster on microwave

Nglish: Translation of microwave for Spanish Speakers

Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about microwave

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

Why does English have so many silent letters?

Your vs. You're: How to Use Them Correctly
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

Dutch Treat and French Leave: Eight Place-Based Compounds

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Longest Long Words List

The Words of the Week - Jul. 31

Even More Bird Names that Sound Like Insults (and Sometimes Are)
See More

Popular

See More

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

Dutch Treat and French Leave: Eight Place-Based Compounds

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
asap street sign
Figure Out These Acronyms ASAP You don't have to be a NASA engineer to get these...
See All