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Stewing Definition & Meaning

stewing
noun
  1. an extreme state of worry and agitation; "his stewing over the fight kept him awake most of the night"
  2. cooking in a liquid that has been brought to a boil

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Frequently asked questions

What does stewing mean?
an extreme state of worry and agitation; "his stewing over the fight kept him awake most of the night" cooking in a liquid that has been brought to a boil
What part of speech is stewing?
Stewing is a noun.
How many definitions does stewing have?
Stewing has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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