parboil
verb (used with object)
to boil partially or for a short time; precook.
parboiled
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past participleof parboil.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof parboil.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
parboilverb (used with object)to boil partially or for a short time; precook.
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, low glycemic index carbs, such as parboiled rice and al dente pasta, that are more slowly absorbed and produce a smaller blood sugar spike are associated with decreased risk.
From Salon ● Aug. 20, 2024
White and parboiled rice are more commonly consumed in the West and Asia, and this research found that these types accumulate more arsenic than brown rice when cooked with arsenic-spiked water.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 21, 2024
While the ban does not affect exports of basmati rice or parboiled rice, it will impact several other varieties of rice including sona masoori, which is popular in southern Indian cuisine.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 28, 2023
India's 5% broken parboiled rice is up almost 6% in 2022 and Vietnam's 5% broken rice has gained more than 15%.
From Reuters ● Dec. 30, 2022
A good platza will leave one parboiled and beaten half to death, yet woozy with gratitude to have survived.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
