- the act of reflecting or ruminating carefully on something (often followed by over): After reading that book on simplifying life, I’ve been doing some heavy mulling and pondering.
- reflecting or ruminating carefully on something: News hound, artist, analyst, or mulling philosopher—all will find this man’s story an unparalleled feast.
- the act or process of heating wine, cider, ale, etc., sweetening it, and flavoring it with spices: Their gourmet spice blends carry the strong flavor needed for the mulling of wines, ciders, or juices.
