ALL meanings of simmering
sim·mer
S s - verb without object simmering to cook or cook in a liquid at or just below the boiling point. 1
- verb without object simmering to make a gentle murmuring sound, as liquids cooking just below the boiling point. 1
- verb without object simmering to be in a state of subdued or restrained activity, development, excitement, anger, etc.: The town simmered with rumors. 1
- verb with object simmering to keep (liquid) in a state approaching boiling. 1
- verb with object simmering to cook in a liquid that is kept at or just below the boiling point. 1
- noun simmering the state or process of simmering. 1