Reboil: meaning, definitions and examples
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reboil
[ ˌriːˈbɔɪl ]
cooking process
To reboil means to boil something again after it has already been boiled. This can occur in cooking when a liquid, such as water or broth, needs to be brought back to a boil for further preparation. Reboiling is often done to ensure that the food is cooked evenly or to reheat leftovers. It can also be necessary for food safety reasons, as boiling can kill harmful bacteria. While reboiling may seem simple, it can alter the flavor and texture of some foods.
Synonyms
re-cook, reheat.
Examples of usage
- I had to reboil the soup to make sure it was hot enough.
- After adding more vegetables, we need to reboil the broth.
- Make sure to reboil the pasta before adding the sauce.
- If the water cools down, just reboil it before making tea.
Translations
Translations of the word "reboil" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ferventar novamente
🇮🇳 फिर से उबालना
🇩🇪 nochmals kochen
🇮🇩 rebus kembali
🇺🇦 знову закип'ятити
🇵🇱 ponownie zagotować
🇯🇵 再沸騰させる
🇫🇷 refaire bouillir
🇪🇸 hervir de nuevo
🇹🇷 tekrar kaynatmak
🇰🇷 다시 끓이다
🇸🇦 غلي مرة أخرى
🇨🇿 znovu vařit
🇸🇰 opäť variť
🇨🇳 重新煮沸
🇸🇮 ponovno zavreti
🇮🇸 sjóða aftur
🇰🇿 қайта қайнату
🇬🇪 მחדש მოხარშვა
🇦🇿 təkrar qaynatmaq
🇲🇽 hervir de nuevo
Etymology
The word 'reboil' is a compound of the prefix 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', and the verb 'boil', which comes from the Old French 'boillir', itself deriving from the Latin 'bullire', meaning 'to bubble' or 'to seethe'. The practice of boiling food dates back centuries and has been an important method for preparation and preservation. As cooking techniques evolved, the need to boil food multiple times became apparent, leading to the creation of the term 'reboil'. The use of reboiling varies by cuisine and reflects different cultural approaches to cooking. The prefix 're-' is commonly used in English to specify repetition, making the term intuitive for speakers. Over time, the use of reboiling has adapted to modern cooking methods, including reheating pre-cooked foods and ensuring food safety.