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convection oven
noun
: an oven having a fan that circulates hot air uniformly and continuously around food
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Flanked by a couple of dining spots, the kitchen is nicely outfitted with an array of sleek Gaggenau appliances like a steam convection oven and a glass cooktop.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Dec. 2024
Newer microwave models have more energy efficient designs and some also function as convection ovens (a.k.a. air fryers).
—Carly Monardo, Bon Appétit, 2 Dec. 2024
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Air fryer this, air fryer that—does anyone remember the good old convection oven?
—Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 9 Oct. 2024
These compact convection ovens heat up fast to make crispy chicken, fries, and donuts.
—Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 3 Dec. 2024
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First Known Use
1946, in the meaning defined above
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“Convection oven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/convection%20oven. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.
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convection oven
noun
: an oven with a fan that circulates hot air evenly and continuously around the food as it cooks
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