marinate
verb/ˈmærəneɪt/
Frequency rank: #18,850 most common English word
Meaning
to soak food in a seasoned liquid before cooking in order to add flavor or tenderness.
Example sentence
You should marinate the chicken in lemon juice and herbs for at least two hours before cooking.
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