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Microwavable: meaning, definitions and examples

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microwavable

 

[ ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈweɪ.bəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

cooking method

Microwavable refers to food that can be safely cooked or reheated in a microwave oven. This type of food is often pre-packaged and is designed to heat quickly, making it convenient for quick meal preparation.

Synonyms

instant, microwave-safe, ready-to-eat

Examples of usage

  • I bought some microwavable meals for this week.
  • Make sure to use a microwavable container.
  • The microwavable rice takes just a few minutes to prepare.
  • They offer various microwavable snacks at the store.

Translations

Translations of the word "microwavable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 micro-ondas

🇮🇳 सूक्ष्म तरंगों के लिए उपयुक्त

🇩🇪 mikrowellengeeignet

🇮🇩 aman untuk microwave

🇺🇦 мікрохвильовий

🇵🇱 do mikrofalówki

🇯🇵 電子レンジ対応

🇫🇷 compatible avec le micro-ondes

🇪🇸 aptos para microondas

🇹🇷 mikrodalga fırına uygun

🇰🇷 전자레인지 사용 가능

🇸🇦 مناسب للميكروويف

🇨🇿 vhodné do mikrovlnné trouby

🇸🇰 vhodné do mikrovlnnej rúry

🇨🇳 适合微波炉

🇸🇮 primeren za mikrovalovno pečico

🇮🇸 örugg fyrir örbylgjuofn

🇰🇿 микротолқынды пешке жарамды

🇬🇪 მიკროტალღური ღუმელისთვის შესაფერისი

🇦🇿 mikrodalğalı sobaya uyğun

🇲🇽 apto para microondas

Etymology

The term 'microwavable' emerged in the mid-20th century with the advent of microwave ovens that transformed cooking practices. Initially, microwave technology was utilized primarily in commercial settings during the 1940s and 1950s, leading to a surge in interest for home use. The abbreviation 'micro' relates to the microwave frequency used in cooking, while 'wavable' implies the capability of being subjected to these microwaves without compromising safety or quality. By the 1980s, as microwaves became ubiquitous in households, the food industry began to produce a variety of ready-to-eat and microwavable food products to cater to the fast-paced lifestyle of consumers. This shift not only changed how people prepared meals but also influenced trends in food packaging and marketing, leading to a new terminology in culinary discussions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,892, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.