boils >> /bɔɪl/
Definition: [verb] (with reference to a liquid) reach or cause to reach the temperature at which it bubbles and turns to vapour.
Example: we asked people to boil their drinking water
Definition: [verb] (with reference to food) cook or be cooked by immersing in boiling water or stock.
Example: boil the potatoes until well done
Definition: [verb] (of the sea or clouds) be turbulent and stormy.
Example: she stood gazing out of the lighthouse window as the sea boiled beneath her
Definition: [noun] The temperature at which a liquid bubbles and turns to vapour.
Example: bring the sauce to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes
Definition: [noun] A casual outdoor meal at which shellfish is prepared by boiling.