preheat
//priːˈhiːt//
Verb
preheatInfinitive
preheatPresent tense
preheatedPast tense
preheatedPast participle
preheatingPresent participle
preheatsThird-person singular
1
To heat an oven or other cooking appliance to a desired temperature before placing food inside for cooking.
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees before baking the cake.
2
To heat something in advance of its intended use.
Preheat the pan before adding the oil.