stewing Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an extreme state of worry and agitation
    • his stewing over the fight kept him awake most of the night
  2. noun cooking in a liquid that has been brought to a boil
    boiling; simmering.
  3. verb be in a huff; be silent or sullen
    brood; stew; grizzle.
  4. verb bear a grudge; harbor ill feelings
    grudge; stew.
  5. verb cook slowly and for a long time in liquid
    stew.
    • Stew the vegetables in wine

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