microwave
//ˈmaɪkrəˌweɪv//
Noun
microwaveSingular
microwavesPlural
1
A kitchen appliance that uses electromagnetic radiation to heat and cook food quickly.
I heated up my lunch in the microwave.
2
A form of electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths ranging from about one meter to one millimeter.
Microwaves are used in radar systems and satellite communications.
Verb
microwaveInfinitive
microwavePresent tense
microwavedPast tense
microwavedPast participle
microwavingPresent participle
microwavesThird-person singular
1
To cook or heat food using a microwave oven.
I microwaved the leftover soup for lunch.