microwave
Pronunciation: /ˈmaɪkɹəˌweɪv/
The English word “microwave” has 3 meanings listed here.
noun
- An electromagnetic wave with wavelength between that of infrared light and radio waves.
verb
- To cook (something) in a microwave oven.
- To provide minimal preparation for implementation, deeming full or extensive preparation as unnecessary.
Etymology
From micro- + wave.
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