1. past tense of simmer; cooked gently in liquid at just below boiling point
2. past tense of simmer; existed in a state of suppressed anger or excitement
Usage: figurative

1. cooked by simmering

Examples

• She simmered the soup for two hours.
• The vegetables were simmered in broth until tender.
• His anger simmered beneath the surface.
• Tensions simmered between the two groups.
• The simmered beef was incredibly flavorful.
• We enjoyed a bowl of simmered vegetables.
• The sauce simmered on low heat all afternoon.