Stove

A stove is a cooking appliance utilizing direct heat from a fuel source like electricity, natural gas, propane, or wood to prepare food. Typically, a stove features a flat surface, known as a cooktop, with burners or heating elements for pots and pans. Additionally, it often incorporates an oven for baking and roasting. Modern stoves are equipped with features such as precise temperature control, self-cleaning functions, and timers for various culinary tasks. The primary function of a stove is to generate heat for cooking, but it can also act as a source of ambient warmth in some settings. The design and fuel type vary significantly, from simple wood-burning models to sophisticated electric ranges.

Stove meaning with examples

• The aroma of fresh bread filled the kitchen as Sarah opened the oven door of her brand new stove. It was the first time she baked something by herself. The new stove had precise temperature controls. The oven's heating element did such a great job that her husband and children were eager to have a sample.
• Before the power outage, Mrs. Davis was cooking dinner on her electric stove. When the lights flickered and died, she realised the stove wouldn't function. Disappointed, she planned to buy another stove as her oven was out of order. She had no choice but to use the fireplace for cooking, a stark contrast to her modern stove.
• The camping stove, small and portable, allowed the hikers to enjoy a hot meal during their trek. They boiled water for coffee and cooked some canned food on it, proving how convenient it could be. The stove, fueled by propane, offered an efficient alternative to building a campfire and a full size kitchen stove.
• The chef carefully simmered the sauce on the gas stove. The precise heat control allowed him to achieve the perfect consistency. He used different sized pots for sauces and meat. He then prepared the vegetables and soon, they would all meet the stove.