Verb: simmer si-mu(r)
- (cooking) boil slowly at low temperature
"simmer the sauce"; "simmering water"
- (of a disagreement, conflict, or tension) remain in a state of contained but ongoing agitation or unrest
"The dispute between the two countries continued to simmer for years"
- Experience or exhibit barely-suppressed anger, frustration, or other strong emotions
"He simmered with resentment throughout the meeting"
- Temperature just below the boiling point
"the stew remained at a simmer for hours"
- [informal] An enthusiast who regularly plays simulation games, especially complex or realistic ones such as flight simulators
"Dedicated simmers often invest in elaborate setups to enhance their experience"
Derived forms: simmers, simmering, simmered
Type of: boil, temperature
Encyclopedia: Simmer