reheat

verb

re·​heat (ˌ)rē-ˈhēt How to pronounce reheat (audio)
reheated; reheating

transitive verb

: to heat (something) again : to make (something) hot or warm once more
reheating leftovers in the microwave

Examples of reheat in a Sentence

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Reserve a little of the braising liquid for reheating later. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 July 2025 They can be wrapped with foil and reheated on the grill over indirect heat until hot throughout, or placed in a baking dish with broth or other preferred liquid, covered tightly with foil, and baked in a preheated 300°F oven until heated through. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 July 2025 Store leftovers up to four days in the fridge, and reheat gently with foil to keep them moist and delicious. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 July 2025 Stir to combine, reheating the shrimp while creating a glossy sauce, for about 90 seconds. The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for reheat

Word History

First Known Use

1649, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reheat was in 1649

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“Reheat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reheat. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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