Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: stew
IPA transcription: [st'u]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: stew
    Meaning: food prepared by stewing especially meat or fish with vegetables
  • Synonyms: fret, stew, sweat, lather, swither
    Meaning: agitation resulting from active worry; "don't get in a stew"; "he's in a sweat about exams"
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: stew
    Meaning: cook slowly and for a long time in liquid; "Stew the vegetables in wine"
  • Synonyms: stew, grudge
    Meaning: bear a grudge; harbor ill feelings
  • Synonyms: grizzle, brood, stew
    Meaning: be in a huff; be silent or sullen
Usage examples
  • To Stew Clams.
  • Stew until tender.
  • To Stew Terrapins.
  • To Stew Dried Beef.
  • 22.--Dutch Veal Stew.
  • 28.--Scotch Potato Stew.
  • Let stew fifteen minutes.
  • To Stew Chickens or Birds.
  • Let stew slowly until tender.
  • And now I want some beef stew and canned peaches.