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macerated

 

[ ˈmæsəreɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

cooking process

Macerated refers to the process of softening or breaking down food, typically fruit, by soaking it in liquid. This technique is often used to enhance the flavor and texture of the fruit, making it more palatable.

Synonyms

marinated, soaked, softened

Examples of usage

  • The strawberries were macerated with sugar for dessert.
  • We added macerated peaches to the salad.
  • The chef macerated the apples before baking them into the pie.

Translations

Translations of the word "macerated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 macerado

🇮🇳 मेसर किया हुआ

🇩🇪 mariert

🇮🇩 macerasi

🇺🇦 макерований

🇵🇱 macerowany

🇯🇵 マセレートされた

🇫🇷 maceré

🇪🇸 macerado

🇹🇷 macereli

🇰🇷 마세레이트된

🇸🇦 مُعَسَّر

🇨🇿 macerovaný

🇸🇰 macerovaný

🇨🇳 浸泡的

🇸🇮 maceriran

🇮🇸 macerated

🇰🇿 массаждалған

🇬🇪 მაკერირებული

🇦🇿 macerasiya olunmuş

🇲🇽 macerado

Word origin

The word 'macerate' originates from the Latin 'macerare', meaning 'to soften' or 'to waste away'. The root of the word comes from 'macer', which means 'lean' or 'thin'. This process is often utilized in culinary practices to draw out the natural juices and enhance flavors in fruits or other ingredients. It has been used historically in the preparation of various dishes and preserves, allowing cooks to create more flavorful and textured meals. The technique has evolved over time but remains a common method in both professional kitchens and home cooking.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,639, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.