room temperature

noun

: a comfortable temperature that is not too hot or too cold

Examples of room temperature in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Volatile organic compounds are toxic chemicals used in paint formulas that evaporate at room temperature. Nor'adila Hepburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2024 Wrap and refrigerate overnight, then bring to room temperature before serving. Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 9 May 2024 Before grilling, let the chicken come to room temperature for 30 minutes. Lidey Heuck, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2024 Cool to room temperature, then stir in the dill, chervil and chives. Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 6 May 2024 Enjoy a quality Mezcal that’s best served at room temperature and neat. Patrice J. Williams, Essence, 3 May 2024 Cut into squares, and serve warm or at room temperature. Judy Bart Kancigor, Orange County Register, 25 Apr. 2024 Pass the mixture through a sieve, then set it aside at room temperature for a few hours so the color can intensify. Romy Gill, Saveur, 24 Apr. 2024 Allow the pastry to thaw completely before using it, either overnight in the refrigerator or for 45 minutes at room temperature. Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2024

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“Room temperature.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/room%20temperature. Accessed 17 May. 2024.

Medical Definition

room temperature

noun
: a temperature of from 59° to 77°F (15° to 25°C) that is suitable for human occupancy and at which laboratory experiments are usually performed
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