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boil1
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- pronunciation:
- boIl
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- phrases:
- boil down, boil over
- features:
- Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
boils, boiling, boiled |
| definition 1: |
of a liquid, to produce bubbles of water vapor when heated to a high enough temperature.
Water will boil when it reaches 212 degrees Fahrenheit.- similar words:
- seethe, steam
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| definition 2: |
to be very angry.
She boiled at the news that she did not make the team.- synonyms:
- rage
- similar words:
- ferment, seethe, simmer, sizzle, steam, stew
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| definition 3: |
to heat to boiling.
You must boil the water before pouring it over the tea leaves.
- similar words:
- cook
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| definition 4: |
to cook by boiling.
I like to boil eggs for breakfast.- synonyms:
- poach
- similar words:
- brew, cook, simmer, steam, stew
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| related words: |
bubble, churn, fume, rage |
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| phrase: |
boil down, boil over |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
the state or act of boiling.
When the water reaches a boil, add the noodles. |
| related words: |
pledge |
| derivations: |
boilable (adj.), boiling (adj.) |
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