Microwave
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
An electromagnetic wave with a wavelength shorter than radio waves, or a kitchen appliance that uses such waves to heat food. Microwave ovens work by causing water molecules in food to vibrate and generate heat.
“I heated my leftovers in the microwave for two minutes.”
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Synonyms
ovenelectromagnetic radiation
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Wordle
Nine letters with common prefix MICRO-; contains W and V
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Scrabble
Worth 19 points; the W (4 points) and V (4 points) offer good scoring
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