Boil Definition & Meaning
boil
- noun
- a painful sore with a hard core filled with pus
- the temperature at which a liquid boils at sea level; "they brought the water to a boil"
- verb
- come to the boiling point and change from a liquid to vapor; "Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius"
- immerse or be immersed in a boiling liquid, often for cooking purposes; "boil potatoes"; "boil wool"
- bring to, or maintain at, the boiling point; "boil this liquid until it evaporates"
- be agitated; "the sea was churning in the storm"
- be in an agitated emotional state; "The customer was seething with anger"
"Boil" in song lyrics
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"tell it to boil"
Aesop Rock — The Tugboat Complex -
"I get hot, hit the spot, watch her temperature boil"
Apache f/ Cee, Double J, Latee, Treach, Vinnie — Woodchuck -
"Drop and roll, when my biscuit boil"
Beanie Sigel f/ Redman — One Shot Deal
Words that rhyme with boil
Usage tips for "boil"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "boil" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for boil to find words that pair well.
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