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What Does Simmer Mean?

Verb

  • To cook something slowly at a temperature just below boiling.
  • To heat something slowly until it is warm but not boiling.
  • To feel angry but not show it right away.

Noun

  • The state of cooking something slowly just below the boiling point.

Simmer — Full Explanation

Simmer means to cook something slowly in hot water, but not boiling. It's like when you make soup and you keep it warm so it can get tasty.

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Simmer Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
उबालना

ubaalna

धीमा उबालना

dheema ubaalna

हल्का उबालना

halka ubaalna

Frequently Asked Questions About Simmer

What does 'simmer' mean?
To simmer means to cook something gently in hot water or liquid, just below the boiling point.
How do you pronounce 'simmer'?
You pronounce 'simmer' like this: sim-er.
What is the origin of the word 'simmer'?
The word 'simmer' comes from the Middle English word 'simeren', which means to boil gently.
What is the meaning of 'simmer' in Bengali?
The word 'simmer' in Bengali is 'সেদ্ধ করা' (Sedhho kora).