Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preheat
verb
/ˈpriːhiːt/
Definition
To heat an oven to a specific temperature before cooking.
Examples
- Make sure to preheat the oven to 350°F before baking the cake.
- For the best results, preheat the grill for about 10 minutes before adding the meat.
Meaning
Preheating is the process of warming an oven before placing food inside to ensure even cooking.
Synonyms
- warm up
- heat up
- prepare
