stew
0 antonyms and opposites of stew, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A dish of meat and vegetables cooked slowly together in liquid.
How to use stew
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French estuve, meaning a bathhouse or steam room, later shifted to mean slow cooking.
Full origin of stew →Frequently asked questions
What does “stew” mean?
The word “stew” means a dish of meat and vegetables cooked slowly together in liquid. In plain terms, a slow-cooked dish, the act of cooking that way, or (informally) dwelling anxiously on a problem.
How do you pronounce “stew”?
“Stew” is pronounced styoo (/stu/ in IPA).
How do you use “stew” in a sentence?
Here is “stew” used in a sentence: “She made a hearty beef stew for dinner.”
What is another word for “stew”?
Words with a similar meaning to “stew” include casserole and hotpot.
What part of speech is “stew”?
Depending on how it is used, “stew” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “stew” come from?
The word “stew” comes from Old French. From Old French estuve, meaning a bathhouse or steam room, later shifted to mean slow cooking.
Is “stew” a common word?
“Stew” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “stew” have?
“Stew” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dish of meat and vegetables cooked slowly together in liquid.