braise

  1. Noun.  (alternative spelling of, braize) .
  2. Noun.  A method of joining non-ferrous metal using a molten filler metal. Similar to soldering but distinct from welding in that the filler is melted but ''not'' the metal being joined.
  3. Verb.  (cooking) To cook in a small amount of liquid, in a covered pan. Somewhere between steaming and boiling.

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