microwave
word
Definition
A microwave is an electric oven that heats and cooks food very quickly using microwave radiation. The word can also refer to the electromagnetic wave itself, but usually means the kitchen appliance.
Usage & Nuances
Most often refers to the kitchen appliance, not the scientific wave. Common collocations: 'heat in the microwave', 'put in the microwave', 'microwave popcorn'. Used as both noun (the machine) and verb ('to microwave food'). Rarely used in formal writing except in scientific contexts.
Example Sentences
My old microwave broke, so now I have to reheat everything on the stove.
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You can just microwave that soup if you’re in a hurry.
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Don’t put metal in the microwave — it’s dangerous!
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I heated my lunch in the microwave.
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The microwave is next to the fridge.
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Please put the popcorn in the microwave.
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