stewed
Pronunciation: [stjuːd]
Word
Context: "cooking"
(verb) to cook food slowly in liquid, usually in a covered pot. It makes the food soft and lets the flavors mix together. When you stew meat or vegetables, they become tender and tasty.
Example
She stewed the chicken with vegetables for dinner last night.
Example
He didn’t stew the rice; he just boiled it quickly.
Example
What do you like to have stewed in your soup?
Context: "food"
(adjective) referring to food that has been cooked slowly in liquid. It means the food is soft and flavorful. If you have stewed apples, they are very tender and sweet.
Example
The stewed beans were delicious with the spices added.
Example
The fresh beans are not stewed; they are crunchy and raw.
Example
Do you prefer stewed or fresh vegetables in your dish?
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