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marinate

/məˈrɑɪneɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does marinate mean?

verb

To soak food, especially meat or vegetables, in a seasoned liquid before cooking, in order to add flavor.

Example

"The recipe instructed me to marinate the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for at least an hour."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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