What is the meaning of stewing?

noun

  • An extreme state of worry and agitation.
    • usage: "his stewing over the fight kept him awake most of the night"
  • Cooking in a liquid that has been brought to a boil.

verb

  • Be in a huff; be silent or sullen.
  • Bear a grudge; harbor ill feelings.
  • Cook slowly and for a long time in liquid.
    • usage: "Stew the vegetables in wine"
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