Meaning & Definition of word "Stew"
Stew
/stjuː/
noun:
- 1. A dish of meat and vegetables cooked slowly in a liquid.
- Example: She made a hearty beef stew for dinner.
- 2. A state of mental agitation or worry.
- Example: After the meeting, he was in quite a stew about the project's future.
verb:
- 1. To cook (food) slowly in liquid.
- Example: I like to stew vegetables for a warm soup.
- 2. To be in a state of worry or anxiety.
- Example: He was stewing over the exam results all night.
Etymology
●Middle English 'estewen,' from Old French 'estuver' meaning to heat, to stew.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in a stew:
In a state of agitation or worry.
stew over:
To think about something in a worried way for some time.
old-fashioned stew:
Refers to a dish that is traditional and hearty.
Related Words
broth:
A clear soup made by simmering meat or vegetables.
soup:
A liquid dish, typically savory and cooked with meat, vegetables, or grains.
casserole:
A dish baked slowly in an oven in a deep dish.
Slang Meanings of stew
Meaning: To stew is to think too much about something.
● Example Sentence: He's just stewing over that job interview.
Meaning: To be in a state of confusion or trouble.
● Example Sentence: I'm really in a stew about how to fix this problem.