microwave (redirected from microwaves)

microwave /mi·cro·wave/ (-wav) a wave of electromagnetic radiation between far infrared and radio waves, regarded as extending from 300,000 to 100 megahertz (wavelength of 1 mm to 30 cm).

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mi·cro·wave (mkr-wv, -kr-)

n.

A high-frequency electromagnetic wave, one millimeter to one meter in wavelength, intermediate between infrared and shortwave radio wavelengths.

v.

To cook or heat using microwaves.

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microwave

a wave typical of electromagnetic radiation between far infrared and radiowaves.

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microwave acupuncture

utilizes deeply penetrating heat, produced by a microwave generator and transmitted via acupuncture needles.

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microwave Therapeutics Deep heat therapy The administration of electromagnetic waves that pass between electrodes placed on the Pt's skin, creating heat that ↑ blood flow and relieves muscle and joint pain