Mull
/mʌl/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A state of deep thought or contemplation.
After a long mull, he finally came up with a solution to the problem.
verb
To think about deeply and at length; to ponder.
She took some time to mull over the implications of her decision.
To mix or blend (usually with the intention of improving or changing its quality).
The chef decided to mull the wine with spices and citrus for a festive drink.
Etymology
Middle English 'mulle', possibly from Middle Dutch 'mollen' meaning to grind
Common Phrases and Expressions
mull it over
to think carefully about something
mull a decision
to contemplate a choice
mull wine
to prepare spiced and heated wine
Related Words
ruminate
to think carefully and for a long period about something
contemplate
to look thoughtfully at something for a long time
ponder
to weigh in the mind; to consider carefully
Slang Meanings
to dwell on something or overthink
Stop mulling it; just make a decision already!
to be lost in thought
He was mulling his options, totally zoned out.