Word of the day: Macerate

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WORD OF THE DAY

Macerate

[mas-uh-reyt]

verb

  1. to soften or break down by soaking; to cause to waste away or become thin

Examples of macerate in a sentence:

  • The chef allowed the meat to macerate in a marinade overnight to enhance its flavor.

  • Prolonged exposure to moisture can macerate the skin, leading to irritation and infection.

QUIZ OF THE DAY

A) Inexpensive

B) Sentimental

C) Faithful

D) Endless