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stove

Pronunciation: [stoʊv]

Word

Learn how to use stove in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “cooking”

(noun) a stove is a kitchen appliance used for cooking food. It usually has burners on the top where you can place pots and pans to heat them up.

Example

I cooked a delicious dinner on the stove last night.

Example

We couldn't make breakfast because our stove was broken.

Example

Can you help me turn on the stove for the pasta?

Context: “heating”

(noun) a stove can also refer to a device used to heat a room. This type of stove usually burns fuel or wood to create warmth.

Example

The wood stove kept the cabin warm during the winter.

Example

Without the stove, the house felt very cold and uncomfortable.

Example

Is the stove in your living room working properly?

Context: “cooking”

(verb) to stove means to cook something in a covered pot, usually slowly and gently. It helps the food blend together nicely.

Example

I stoved the vegetables for a healthier dinner.

Example

I didn't stove the chicken long enough, and it was not cooked properly.

Example

Did you stove the meat before serving it?

How to pronounce stove

Pronunciation: [stoʊv]

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