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marinating

/mærɪˈneɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does marinating mean?

verb

The process of soaking food, especially meat, in a seasoned liquid before cooking, or the state of being soaked in this way.

Example

"The chef recommended marinating the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs before grilling."

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