Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
steeped
verb
/stiːpt/
Definition
To soak or immerse in a liquid to extract flavors or nutrients.
Examples
- The tea should be steeped for at least five minutes to achieve the best flavor.
- She steeped the herbs in boiling water to make a soothing tea.
- The fabric was steeped in dye to create a rich color.
Meaning
The act of immersing something in a liquid for the purpose of infusing it with flavor, color, or other qualities, usually done with tea, herbs, or similar substances.
Synonyms
- infused
- soaked
- immersed
