oven

noun

Definition of ovennext
as in stove

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Recent Examples of oven If a camera spots an anomaly — the wrong gasket installed on an oven, for example — the system will shut that part of the line down and start playing loud music. — Andrea Hsu, NPR, 1 Sep. 2026 But leaving a stone or steel in the bottom of your oven could subject it to unintentional splatters and spills. — Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026 When using this cookware in the oven, set the dish on a trivet to cool instead of on the stovetop to avoid scratches and excess heat. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2026 Follow the steps here to get tender, silky-smooth squash in less time than baking it in an oven. — Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for oven
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oven
  1. stove
  2. microwave
  3. broiler
  4. toaster
  5. roaster
Noun
  • The cabinet over your stove may not be the place for heavy appliances or jars of food.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Brush again with glaze, rest 10 minutes on back of stove so skillet can cool.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of stove
Noun
  • For the microwave, place the ears on a plate and cover with a damp paper towel or plastic wrap.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026
  • It's also equipped with an oven and induction cooktop, a microwave, a large farmhouse-style sink, a dishwasher, and a full-size fridge/freezer.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of microwave
Noun
  • Transfer to the broiler and cook until browned on the first side, 7 to 10 minutes.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Cover until the cheese is melted, or place under the broiler for 1–2 minutes.
    — Sharon Lawson, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of broiler
Noun
  • Behind the scenes, five toaster companies might have bid on what the agent sees.
    — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Toaster The heat your stove emits can damage sensitive components and plastic parts in your toaster.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of toaster
Noun
  • The menu, curated by coffee roaster and head drink maker Austin Debrewer, includes the typical lattes, cappuccinos and espressos, along with lemonades, matcha, teas and energy drinks.
    — Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Waterbird previously used coffee beans from Repetition Coffee, a roaster out of Lawrence.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of roaster

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“Oven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oven. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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