ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Microwave

A microwave is a kitchen appliance that uses electricity to quickly heat up food. It works by using special waves of energy that cause water molecules in the food to vibrate, which produces heat. This vibration happens very quickly and helps the food cook faster than it would on the stove or in the oven. The microwaves are directed inside the cooking area of a microwave oven by a waveguide. People usually like to use a microwave because it's easy and fast, and it doesn't heat up the kitchen like a stove or oven would.