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reheat

 

[ riːˈhiːt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

cooking process

To reheat means to heat something again after it has been cooled down from its original temperature. This term is commonly used when referring to food that has been left out or stored in a refrigerator and needs to be warmed up before consumption. Proper reheating can enhance flavors and improve texture, ensuring that the food is safe to eat. Different methods of reheating include using a microwave, oven, or stovetop, each offering varying results.

Synonyms

heat again, re-warm, warm up

Examples of usage

  • I need to reheat my leftovers for dinner.
  • She reheated the soup on the stove.
  • You can reheat the pizza in the oven.
  • He forgot to reheat his coffee.
  • They always reheat their meals in the microwave.

Translations

Translations of the word "reheat" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aquecimento

🇮🇳 दोबारा गर्म करना

🇩🇪 wieder aufwärmen

🇮🇩 memanaskan kembali

🇺🇦 переігрівати

🇵🇱 podgrzać

🇯🇵 再加熱する

🇫🇷 réchauffer

🇪🇸 recalentar

🇹🇷 ısıtmak

🇰🇷 재가열하다

🇸🇦 إعادة التسخين

🇨🇿 ohřát

🇸🇰 zahriať

🇨🇳 重新加热

🇸🇮 ponovno segrevati

🇮🇸 endurnýta

🇰🇿 қайта қыздыру

🇬🇪 მრავალჯერადი გაცხელება

🇦🇿 təkrar qızdırmaq

🇲🇽 recalentar

Word origin

The word 'reheat' is derived from the prefix 're-', which comes from Latin meaning 'again' or 'back', and the word 'heat', which has its origins in Old English 'hætu', meaning warmth or heat. The combination of these two elements indicates the action of heating something once more. The first recorded use of 'reheat' in English dates back to the late 19th century, as people began experiencing the convenience of cooking methods that allowed food to be warmed up without needing to start from scratch. This term has become increasingly relevant with the rise of fast-paced lifestyles and the popularity of leftovers, making it an important part of modern culinary vocabulary.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,108, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.