The oven was hot and ready for baking.

Meaning: The oven had been preheated to the correct temperature and was prepared for the bread to be placed inside.

Choice of Words: Oven is a device that is used for cooking food by heating it with hot air. Hot means having a high temperature. Ready means prepared or suitable for something. Baking is the process of cooking food in an oven.

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