Meaning of the word steeped in English
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steeped
US /stiːpt/
UK /stiːpt/
Adjective
1.
having been soaked in water or other liquid so as to extract its flavor or to soften it
Example:
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The tea leaves were steeped for five minutes.
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The dried fruit was steeped in brandy overnight.
2.
permeated with or surrounded by a particular quality or influence
Example:
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The novel is steeped in historical detail.
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His work is steeped in tradition.
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