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Meaning of boil over

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

boil over

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To boil to such an extent as to overflow its container.

    Example: I forgot about the rice and it boiled over.

  2. (of anger, etc.) To reach the point where aggressive action is taken.