stew (n.)

  1. agitation resulting from active worry; dont get in a stew; hes in a sweat about exams

    [ Syn: fret , sweat , lather , swither ]

  2. food prepared by stewing especially meat or fish with vegetables

    stew (v.)

  1. be in a huff; be silent or sullen

    [ Syn: grizzle , brood ]

  2. bear a grudge; harbor ill feelings

    [ Syn: grudge ]

  3. cook slowly and for a long time in liquid; Stew the vegetables in wine'

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