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microwave

/ˈmaɪkrəʊveɪ/ noun · British & US
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What does microwave mean?

noun

A kitchen appliance that heats or cooks food using microwave radiation. It is a common household appliance used for reheating and cooking food quickly.

Example

"She placed the leftovers in the microwave to heat them up for lunch."

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