Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stewing
verb (gerund)
/ˈstjuːɪŋ/
Definition
The process of cooking food slowly in liquid, typically in a covered pot, allowing flavors to develop and meld together.
Examples
- He is stewing the vegetables for the soup.
- She’s been stewing over that problem for days.
Meaning
Stewing refers to both the method of cooking and the state of becoming distressed or preoccupied with thoughts or worries.
Synonyms
- braising
- simmering
- boiling
- brooding
- fuming
