mull

//mʌl//
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Verb

mullInfinitive
mullPresent tense
mulledPast tense
mulledPast participle
mullingPresent participle
mullsThird-person singular
1

To think about something carefully and at length; to ponder or consider deeply.

She mulled over the job offer for several days before making a decision.

Verb

mullInfinitive
mullPresent tense
mulledPast tense
mulledPast participle
mullingPresent participle
mullsThird-person singular
1

To heat and add spices to a beverage, especially wine or cider.

We mulled some wine with cinnamon and cloves for the holiday party.

Synonym

Noun

1

A thin, soft muslin fabric used in dressmaking.

The designer chose a delicate mull for the summer dress.