Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
check-the-temperature
phrase
/tʃɛk ðə tɛmˈpərətʃər/
Definition
To measure the degree of heat of something, often referring to a person’s body temperature.
Examples
- Please check the temperature of the oven before baking the cake.
- It’s important to check the temperature of your child if they seem unwell.
- Before serving the soup, check-the-temperature to ensure it’s not too hot.
Meaning
This phrase commonly refers to the act of determining how hot or cold something is, especially to ascertain if a person has a fever or to check the temperature of food or liquids.
Synonyms
- measure the heat
- take the temperature
- assess the warmth
- gauge the heat
