Act of putting an object under warm water for a relatively long period of time
Also known as brewing
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Steeping is the soaking of an organic solid, such as leaves or coffee granules, in a liquid to extract flavours or to soften it. The specific process of teas being prepared for drinking by leaving the leaves in heated water to release the flavour and nutrients is known as steeping. Herbal teas may be prepared by decoction, infusion, or maceration. Some solids are soaked to remove an ingredient, such as salt, where the solute is not the desired product.