Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
macerate
verb
/ˈmæs.ə.reɪt/
Definition
To soak food in liquid so that it becomes softened or to separate the components in a substance.
Examples
- To make a fruit salad, you should macerate the berries in sugar to bring out their juices.
- The recipe requires you to macerate the raisins in warm water for about 30 minutes.
Meaning
Macerate refers to the process of soaking something, often food, in a liquid to make it soft or easier to separate its components.
Synonyms
- Soak
- Steep
- Softening
- Infuse
