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parboiled

past tense of parboil
as in boiled
to cook in a liquid heated to the point that it gives off steam parboil a lobster

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boiled
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  • Freeze extra for later, sans any pasta, which is better when freshly boiled.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Potatoes Potatoes are starchy vegetables that can be enjoyed roasted, boiled, sauteed, or fried.
    Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2025
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“Parboiled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parboiled. Accessed 27 Nov. 2025.

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