WordUpWordupPerson

Stove

usgb/stəʊv/Volume
Left Definition 1 of 3Right
LampPro Tip 1/3

Cooking Appliance

A stove in the kitchen context refers to where meals are prepared using heat.

Illustration for Cooking Appliance
Her new recipe required her to use the stove for two hours.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Types of stoves

Stoves can be powered by electricity, gas, or other fuels, like wood or charcoal.

Illustration for Types of stoves
I prefer cooking on a gas stove because it heats up quickly.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Variance

The term 'stove' can refer to different appliances in different countries, like a 'range' in the U.S.

Illustration for Cultural Variance
In the UK, they called it a cooker, but it's a stove back home.
Visual representation of the word "Stove"

Never forget "Stove"

Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!

App Store IconGoogle Play Store IconMicrosoft Store IconHuawei Store Icon
Left
Right,
Left
Right,
Chrome

WordUp Chrome Extension

As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.

Get Chrome Extension