Definition of Macerate
Macerate
mac·er·ate


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to soften something, usually food, or cause it to break into pieces by soaking it in liquid;

e.g. Allow the dried fruit to macerate in brandy before adding it to the cake.

(verb)
to allow something to waste away or grow thinner, especially by excessive fasting;

e.g. She had nearly macerated due to the excessive and unhealthy fasting she was doing.



Translate this Word

Select a language from the dropdown and click "Translate Now" to see this word in your preferred language.




Similar Words



Opposite Words



Related Words


Comments



English Words