Meaning of the word stew in English

What does stew mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stew

US /stuː/

UK /stjuː/

a dish of meat and vegetables cooked slowly in liquid in a closed dish or pan

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She prepared a hearty beef stew for dinner.

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The aroma of the vegetable stew filled the kitchen.

Synonym:

casserole goulash ragout

cook (meat, vegetables, or other food) slowly in liquid in a closed dish or pan

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She decided to stew the chicken with root vegetables.

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Let the fruit stew gently until soft.

Synonym:

braise simmer boil

be in a state of anxiety or agitation

Example:

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He's been stewing over that decision all week.

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Don't just stew in your anger; talk to someone.

Synonym:

fret worry agonize brood grumble