boiled

UK: bɔɪld | US: bɔɪld

Definition

  1. adj. (of food) cooked in hot water or other liquid

  2. adj. (of a liquid) heated to the point of bubbling

  3. adj. (informal) extremely angry

Structure
boil <to bubble from heat>ed <past participle suffix>
Etymology

The word "boiled" derives from the verb "boil," which traces back to Old French boillir and Latin bullīre (to bubble, from bulla "bubble"). The suffix "-ed" marks it as a past participle, indicating a completed action or state. The progression from literal bubbling to describing cooked food or intense anger reflects how physical heat metaphors extend to emotional states.

Examples

  1. She prefers boiled eggs for breakfast.

  2. The water boiled rapidly on the stove.

  3. He was boiled with rage after the argument.

  4. Boiled potatoes are a staple in many cuisines.

  5. The soup must be boiled for at least 10 minutes.