ENTRY: barrear
CLASS: verb
EQUIVALENT: to muddy
DEFINITION: To seal a pot to its lid usually with a stiff mixture of manioc flour and water.
EXAMPLE: This paste is used to "muddy" the pot, sealing it shut.
SOURCE: Brasil: Gastronomia, Cultura e Turismo
COMMENT: The process of sealing a pot to its lid is used to prevent the steam from escaping.