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to cook in a liquid heated to the point that it gives off steam
  • poaching fish in a stock flavored with white wine

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The first known use of poach was in the 15th century

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“Poach.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/poach. Accessed 18 Oct. 2021.

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