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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This microwave oven has a striking blue hue and modern design, adding color and style to any kitchen.
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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
Yes, just consider the seismic impact of the microwave oven.
—Patrick Lin, Professor Of Philosophy, Discover Magazine, 6 Sep. 2024
Just consider the seismic impact of the microwave oven.
—Patrick Lin, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Sep. 2024
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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
Yes, just consider the seismic impact of the microwave oven.
—Patrick Lin, Professor Of Philosophy, Discover Magazine, 6 Sep. 2024
Just consider the seismic impact of the microwave oven.
—Patrick Lin, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Sep. 2024
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“Microwave oven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/microwave%20oven. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.
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