microwave

/ˈmaɪkɹəˌweɪv/noun

Elementary

An electromagnetic wave with wavelength between that of infrared light and radio waves.

Ellipsis of microwave oven.

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Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

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