to macerate
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British pronunciation
/mˈæsəɹˌe‍ɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "macerate"

to macerate
01

to soften or break down food by soaking it in a liquid, often a flavored liquid like wine or vinegar

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The chef macerated the strawberries in sugar and balsamic vinegar before serving them over vanilla ice cream.
To infuse flavor into the meat, she macerated it in a marinade of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger overnight.
02

become soft or separate and disintegrate as a result of excessive soaking

03

cause to grow thin or weak

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separate into constituents by soaking

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