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Definition: Simmered is the past tense and past participle of the verb "simmer." It refers to the process of cooking a liquid, such as broth or sauce, at a temperature just below boiling point, where small bubbles gently break the surface.

Sense 1 (Verb, Transitive): To cook or stew something in a liquid at a low, constant heat.

Example Sentence: She simmered the tomatoes with herbs and spices to make a delicious pasta sauce. Find simmering pots on Amazon.

Sense 2 (Verb, Intransitive): To be cooked or heated gently without reaching a full boil.

Example Sentence: The soup should simmer for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Discover simmering cookware on Amazon.

Sense 3 (Adjective): Referring to food or a dish that has been cooked by simmering.

Example Sentence: The simmered beef stew was tender and full of rich flavors. Explore simmered dishes on Amazon.

Sense 4 (Adverb): In a manner related to simmering.

Example Sentence: The sauce was slowly simmered to perfection. Browse simmered sauces on Amazon.