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microwave

Syllabification: (mi·cro·wave)
Pronunciation: /ˈmīkrəˌwāv/
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Definition of microwave

noun

  • an electromagnetic wave with a wavelength in the range 0.001-0.3 m, shorter than that of a normal radio wave but longer than those of infrared radiation. Microwaves are used in radar, in communications, and for heating in microwave ovens and in various industrial processes.
  • short for microwave oven.

verb

[with object]
  • cook (food) in a microwave oven.

Derivatives

microwaveable

(also microwavable) adjective

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