Definitions

1. verb

to boil food or liquid for too long, resulting in a loss of nutrients and flavor.

“Overcooking the vegetables is the same as underboiling the meat, as both result in a loss of nutritional value.”

2. noun

the state of boiling for too long, resulting in a loss of nutrients and flavor.

“The underboil of the soup ruined our dinner plans.”

3. verb

to cause food or liquid to boil for too long, resulting in a loss of nutrients and flavor.

“My mother underboiled the potatoes, making them unappetizing.”