heat

1 of 2

verb

ˈhēt

heated; heating; heats

intransitive verb

: to become warm or hot

water heating in a kettle

: to start to spoil from heat

transitive verb

: to make warm or hot

heat a can of soup

heat the oven to 350 degrees

: excite

were heated by his stirring words

heatable

ˈhē-tə-bəl How to pronounce heat (audio)

adjective

heat

2 of 2

noun

a(1)

: a condition of being hot : warmth

snow melting in the heat of the sun

(2)

: a marked or notable degree of hotness

The heat was intense.

: pathological excessive bodily temperature

the heat of the fever

: a hot place or situation

get out of the heat

d(1)

: a period of heat

an unbroken heat

(2)

: a single complete operation of making something warm or hot

also : the quantity of material so heated

e(1)

physics : added energy that causes substances to rise in temperature, fuse, evaporate, expand, or undergo any of various other related changes, that flows to a body by contact with or radiation from bodies at higher temperatures, and that can be produced in a body (as by compression)

(2)

physics : the energy associated with the random motions of the molecules, atoms, or smaller structural units of which matter is composed

: appearance, condition, or color of something as indicating its temperature

when the rod is at the proper welding heat

: intensity of feeling or reaction : passion

answered with considerable heat

: the height or stress of an action or condition

in the heat of battle

: sexual excitement especially in a female mammal

like an animal in heat

specifically : estrus

: a single continuous effort: such as

: a single round of a contest (such as a race) having two or more rounds for each contestant

won two heats out of three

: one of several preliminary contests held to eliminate less competent contenders

won the second heat but finished third in the final race

: pungency of flavor

Add some cayenne pepper for extra heat.

a slang

(1)

: the intensification of law-enforcement activity or investigation

waited until the heat was off

(2)

: police

: pressure, coercion

turn up the heat on your congressperson

: abuse, criticism

took heat for her mistakes

baseball : smoke sense 8

throwing some heat

slang : gun sense 1b

was packing heat

heatless

ˈhēt-ləs

adjective

heatproof

ˈhēt-ˌprüf How to pronounce heat (audio)

adjective

Example Sentences

Verb I heated the vegetables in the microwave. They heat their house with a wood stove. Noun The sun's heat melted the snow. the intense heat of a fire She applied heat to the sore muscles in her leg. a period of high heat and humidity The crops were damaged by drought and extreme heat. Cook the milk over low heat. Remove the pan from the heat. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Once the legs are reheated, heat a frying pan and add a dash of duck fat.

Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 The marquee will heat up again in mid-October with the launch of the DC superhero pic Black Adam, starring Dwayne Johnson, among other event pics, although Halloween Ends will now open day-and-date in theaters and on Peacock on Oct. 14.

Pamela Mcclintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Sep. 2022 Most home compost bins do not heat up enough to kill the roots.

Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2022 If the safety systems at the facility were to fail, the reactor would heat up swiftly and trigger a meltdown.

Alexandra Meeks, CNN, 1 Sep. 2022 After the conversation, things seemingly heat up between the pair as their fellow contestants hear their hookup from outside the bedroom.

Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 30 Aug. 2022 While that does require you turning the stove on, the water will heat quicker that way.

Audrey Bruno, SELF, 17 Aug. 2022 In a medium microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips, cookie butter and coconut oil on HIGH for 1 minute.

Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2022 And October will heat up on in terms of high-profile studio releases with DC Comics film Black Adam and Ticket to Paradise, a romantic comedy starring Julia Roberts and George Clooney, among others.

Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Aug. 2022

Noun

Forecast models are showing the thermal trough moving toward the Cascades by Saturday afternoon which should shift the winds more onshore and bring some relief from the heat.

oregonlive, 9 Sep. 2022 Bring to a boil and remove from heat, allowing to cool to room temperature.

Minerva Orduño Rincón, The Arizona Republic, 8 Sep. 2022 And coastal areas — often a refuge from heat — were also hit with scorching temperatures.

Anchorage Daily News, 7 Sep. 2022 By Thursday, clouds from Kay will begin spreading into the Southwest United States, helping bring relief from the heat.

Jason Samenow, Washington Post, 7 Sep. 2022 And coastal areas — often a refuge from heat — were also hit with scorching temperatures.

Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2022 Due to the rain, Orlando should see a reprieve from the heat Thursday with the high falling to the average temperature, and Friday may even be below average.

Joe Mario Pedersen, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Sep. 2022 Remove from heat and pour over berries; stir until evenly coated.

People Staff, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2022 Forecasters say the public shouldn’t expect relief from the heat before Tuesday A National Weather Service balloon launched from Miramar at 7 a.m.

Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Sep. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Verb

Middle English heten, going back to Old English hǣtan, going back to Germanic *haitjan- (whence also Middle Dutch hēten "to make warm," Old High German heizen, Old Norse heita "to make hot, brew"), derivative of *haita- "having a high temperature, burning" — more at hot entry 1

Noun

Middle English hete, going back to Old English hǣtu, going back to Germanic *haitīn- (whence also Old Frisian hēte "high temperature, heat," Old High German heizi), noun derivative from *haita- "having a high temperature, burning" — more at hot entry 1

First Known Use

Verb

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1

Noun

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)

Kids Definition

heat 1 of 2

verb

ˈhēt

heated; heating

: to make or become warm or hot

heat

2 of 2

noun

: a condition of being hot : warmth

We enjoyed the heat of the fire.

: hot weather

heat and humidity

: a form of energy that causes an object to rise in temperature

: strength of feeling or force of action

In the heat of anger, I said some cruel things.

: a single race in a contest that includes two or more races

Medical Definition

heat 1 of 2

intransitive verb

ˈhēt

: to become warm or hot

transitive verb

: to make warm or hot

heat

2 of 2

noun

: the state of a body or of matter that is perceived as opposed to cold and is characterized by elevation of temperature : a condition of being hot

especially : a marked or notable degree of this state : high temperature

b(1)

: a feverish state of the body : pathological excessive bodily temperature (as from inflammation)

knew the throbbing heat of an abscess

the heat of the fever

(2)

: a warm flushed condition of the body (as after exercise) : a sensation produced by or like that produced by contact with or approach to heated matter

c(1)

: added energy that causes substances to rise in temperature, fuse, evaporate, expand, or undergo any of various other related changes, that flows to a body by contact with or radiation from bodies at higher temperatures, and that can be produced in a body (as by compression)

(2)

: the energy associated with the random motions of the molecules, atoms, or smaller structural units of which matter is composed

: sexual excitement especially in a female mammal

specifically : estrus

单词	heating
释义	heat 1 of 2 verb ˈhēt heated; heating; heats intransitive verb 1 : to become warm or hot water heating in a kettle 2 : to start to spoil from heat transitive verb 1 : to make warm or hot heat a can of soup heat the oven to 350 degrees 2 : excite were heated by his stirring words heatable ˈhē-tə-bəl adjective heat 2 of 2 noun 1 a(1) : a condition of being hot : warmth snow melting in the heat of the sun (2) : a marked or notable degree of hotness The heat was intense. b : pathological excessive bodily temperature the heat of the fever c : a hot place or situation get out of the heat d(1) : a period of heat an unbroken heat (2) : a single complete operation of making something warm or hot also : the quantity of material so heated e(1) physics : added energy that causes substances to rise in temperature, fuse, evaporate, expand, or undergo any of various other related changes, that flows to a body by contact with or radiation from bodies at higher temperatures, and that can be produced in a body (as by compression) (2) physics : the energy associated with the random motions of the molecules, atoms, or smaller structural units of which matter is composed f : appearance, condition, or color of something as indicating its temperature when the rod is at the proper welding heat 2 a : intensity of feeling or reaction : passion answered with considerable heat b : the height or stress of an action or condition in the heat of battle c : sexual excitement especially in a female mammal like an animal in heat specifically : estrus 3 : a single continuous effort: such as a : a single round of a contest (such as a race) having two or more rounds for each contestant won two heats out of three b : one of several preliminary contests held to eliminate less competent contenders won the second heat but finished third in the final race 4 : pungency of flavor Add some cayenne pepper for extra heat. 5 a slang (1) : the intensification of law-enforcement activity or investigation waited until the heat was off (2) : police b : pressure, coercion turn up the heat on your congressperson c : abuse, criticism took heat for her mistakes 6 baseball : smoke sense 8 throwing some heat 7 slang : gun sense 1b was packing heat heatless ˈhēt-ləs adjective heatproof ˈhēt-ˌprüf adjective Synonyms Verb hot (up) [chiefly Southern, southern Midland, & British] toast warm Noun ardency ardor emotion enthusiasm fervency fervidness fervor fire intenseness intensity passion passionateness vehemence violence warmth white heat See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb I heated the vegetables in the microwave. They heat their house with a wood stove. Noun The sun's heat melted the snow. the intense heat of a fire She applied heat to the sore muscles in her leg. a period of high heat and humidity The crops were damaged by drought and extreme heat. Cook the milk over low heat. Remove the pan from the heat. See More Recent Examples on the Web Verb Once the legs are reheated, heat a frying pan and add a dash of duck fat. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 The marquee will heat up again in mid-October with the launch of the DC superhero pic Black Adam, starring Dwayne Johnson, among other event pics, although Halloween Ends will now open day-and-date in theaters and on Peacock on Oct. 14. Pamela Mcclintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Sep. 2022 Most home compost bins do not heat up enough to kill the roots. Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2022 If the safety systems at the facility were to fail, the reactor would heat up swiftly and trigger a meltdown. Alexandra Meeks, CNN, 1 Sep. 2022 After the conversation, things seemingly heat up between the pair as their fellow contestants hear their hookup from outside the bedroom. Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 30 Aug. 2022 While that does require you turning the stove on, the water will heat quicker that way. Audrey Bruno, SELF, 17 Aug. 2022 In a medium microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips, cookie butter and coconut oil on HIGH for 1 minute. Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2022 And October will heat up on in terms of high-profile studio releases with DC Comics film Black Adam and Ticket to Paradise, a romantic comedy starring Julia Roberts and George Clooney, among others. Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Aug. 2022 Noun Forecast models are showing the thermal trough moving toward the Cascades by Saturday afternoon which should shift the winds more onshore and bring some relief from the heat. oregonlive, 9 Sep. 2022 Bring to a boil and remove from heat, allowing to cool to room temperature. Minerva Orduño Rincón, The Arizona Republic, 8 Sep. 2022 And coastal areas — often a refuge from heat — were also hit with scorching temperatures. Anchorage Daily News, 7 Sep. 2022 By Thursday, clouds from Kay will begin spreading into the Southwest United States, helping bring relief from the heat. Jason Samenow, Washington Post, 7 Sep. 2022 And coastal areas — often a refuge from heat — were also hit with scorching temperatures. Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2022 Due to the rain, Orlando should see a reprieve from the heat Thursday with the high falling to the average temperature, and Friday may even be below average. Joe Mario Pedersen, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Sep. 2022 Remove from heat and pour over berries; stir until evenly coated. People Staff, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2022 Forecasters say the public shouldn’t expect relief from the heat before Tuesday A National Weather Service balloon launched from Miramar at 7 a.m. Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Verb Middle English heten, going back to Old English hǣtan, going back to Germanic haitjan- (whence also Middle Dutch hēten* "to make warm," Old High German heizen, Old Norse heita "to make hot, brew"), derivative of haita- "having a high temperature, burning" — more at hot entry 1 Noun Middle English hete,* going back to Old English hǣtu, going back to Germanic haitīn- (whence also Old Frisian hēte* "high temperature, heat," Old High German heizi), noun derivative from haita- "having a high temperature, burning" — more at hot entry 1 First Known Use Verb before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1 Noun before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1) Phrases Containing heat* animal heat blood heat beat the heat body heat coming into heat dry heat dead heat generated/produced more heat than light feel the heat/cold heat cramps heat pump heat rash heat engine heat exchanger heat resistant heat-seeking heat shield heat shock protein heat sink heat (something) up heat-treat heat up heat up (something) heat wave if you can't stand/take the heat, get out of the kitchen in heat in the heat of (the) battle more heat than light latent heat pack heat radiant heat red heat sensible heat specific heat the heat the heat of the day heat lightning on heat white heat heat exhaustion prickly heat putting the heat on turned up the heat on the heat is on See More animal heat blood heat beat the heat body heat coming into heat dry heat dead heat generated/produced more heat than light feel the heat/cold heat cramps heat pump heat rash heat engine heat exchanger heat resistant heat-seeking heat shield heat shock protein heat sink heat (something) up heat-treat heat up heat up (something) heat wave if you can't stand/take the heat, get out of the kitchen in heat in the heat of (the) battle more heat than light latent heat pack heat radiant heat red heat sensible heat specific heat the heat the heat of the day heat lightning on heat white heat heat exhaustion prickly heat putting the heat on turned up the heat on the heat is on See More Kids Definition heat 1 of 2 verb ˈhēt heated; heating : to make or become warm or hot heat 2 of 2 noun 1 : a condition of being hot : warmth We enjoyed the heat of the fire. 2 : hot weather heat and humidity 3 : a form of energy that causes an object to rise in temperature 4 : strength of feeling or force of action In the heat of anger, I said some cruel things. 5 : a single race in a contest that includes two or more races Medical Definition heat 1 of 2 intransitive verb ˈhēt : to become warm or hot transitive verb : to make warm or hot heat 2 of 2 noun 1 a : the state of a body or of matter that is perceived as opposed to cold and is characterized by elevation of temperature : a condition of being hot especially : a marked or notable degree of this state : high temperature b(1) : a feverish state of the body : pathological excessive bodily temperature (as from inflammation) knew the throbbing heat of an abscess the heat of the fever (2) : a warm flushed condition of the body (as after exercise) : a sensation produced by or like that produced by contact with or approach to heated matter c(1) : added energy that causes substances to rise in temperature, fuse, evaporate, expand, or undergo any of various other related changes, that flows to a body by contact with or radiation from bodies at higher temperatures, and that can be produced in a body (as by compression) (2) : the energy associated with the random motions of the molecules, atoms, or smaller structural units of which matter is composed 2 : sexual excitement especially in a female mammal specifically : estrus heating verb present participle of heat as in warming to cause to have or give off heat to a moderate degree heat water for tea heat the oven to 350 degrees before you put the cake in Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance warming cooking baking toasting thawing roasting superheating reheating overheating rewarming hotting (up) scorching charring burning parching scalding searing firing Antonyms & Near Antonyms cooling refrigerating freezing chilling frosting icing supercooling See More
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heat

verb

noun

Synonyms

Example Sentences

Word History

Phrases Containing heat

Kids Definition

verb

noun

Medical Definition

intransitive verb

noun

verb