Maceration (Noun)
Meaning 1
Softening due to soaking or steeping.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The fruit underwent maceration in the wine to release its flavors and aromas.
- The tenderizer worked by maceration, breaking down the proteins in the meat to make it more palatable.
- The herbalist recommended maceration of the dried flowers in hot water to create a soothing tea.
- The grapes were left to undergo maceration in the juice to extract their color and flavor compounds.
- The skin of the animal was softened by maceration in a solution of water and enzymes before being tanned.
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Meaning 2
Extreme leanness (usually caused by starvation or disease).
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.