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Marinate

usgb/ˈmærɪneɪt/Volume
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Culinary TermPlay
Used in cooking contexts to describe preparing food with a flavorful liquid. SlideLet's marinate the tofu in this herb mix.
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Marinating often implies letting the food sit for hours for better taste. SlideIf you marinate these ribs now, they'll be perfect by dinner.
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Emphasizes an ongoing action; food is actively absorbing flavors. SlideThe beef has been marinating since morning.