Reheated: meaning, definitions and examples
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reheated
[ riːˈhiːtɪd ]
food preparation
Reheated refers to the act of heating previously cooked food again. This process is commonly used to warm up leftovers or meals that have been stored in the refrigerator. Reheating can be done using various methods, including microwaves, ovens, or stovetops. It is important to reheat food to safe temperatures to prevent foodborne illnesses. Proper reheating techniques can also help maintain the quality and flavor of the dish.
Synonyms
reheated meal, revived food, warmed-up
Examples of usage
- I reheated the pasta for dinner.
- She reheated the soup on the stove.
- He always reheats leftover pizza in the oven.
- They prefer to reheat their meals in the microwave.
Translations
Translations of the word "reheated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 aquecido novamente
🇮🇳 फिर से गर्म किया हुआ
🇩🇪 wieder erhitzt
🇮🇩 dipanaskan kembali
🇺🇦 переобігрітий
🇵🇱 podgrzany ponownie
🇯🇵 再加熱された
🇫🇷 réchauffé
🇪🇸 recalentado
🇹🇷 yeniden ısıtılmış
🇰🇷 재가열된
🇸🇦 معاد تسخينه
🇨🇿 ohřátý znovu
🇸🇰 znovu ohriaty
🇨🇳 重新加热
🇸🇮 ponovno segret
🇮🇸 endurtekin
🇰🇿 қайта қыздырылған
🇬🇪 მחדש გათბობილი
🇦🇿 yenidən isitilmiş
🇲🇽 recalentado
Word origin
The term 'reheat' is derived from the combination of 're-' meaning 'again' and 'heat', which comes from the Old English 'hætan', meaning 'to make warm' or 'to cause to be hot'. The prefix 're-' is often used in English to indicate repetition or a return to a previous state. The practice of reheating food dates back to ancient times, as humans have always sought ways to preserve and reuse food. The advent of refrigeration and modern cooking appliances in the 19th and 20th centuries made reheating more convenient and common in households. In contemporary cooking practices, reheating has become an integral part of meal preparation, especially in the context of leftovers and pre-cooked meals.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #28,778, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 28775 throaty
- 28776 opalescent
- 28777 leavened
- 28778 reheated
- 28779 accentuating
- 28780 repenting
- 28781 verbalize
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