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MACERATE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Macerate.

Macerate - as a noun

A macerated substance, sometimes used to infuse vodka with flavor.

Macerate - as a verb

Separate into constituents by soaking

Become soft or separate and disintegrate as a result of excessive soaking

Example: "The tissue macerated in the water"

Soften, usually by steeping in liquid, and cause to disintegrate as a result

Example: "Macerate peaches"

Cause to grow thin or weak

Example: "The treatment emaciated him"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
emaciatewaste

Example Sentences

"You need to macerate the berries before adding them to the cake batter."
"The chef instructed us to macerate the garlic in olive oil."
"To make homemade vanilla extract, you have to macerate vanilla beans in alcohol."
"I prefer to macerate the mint leaves before using them in my mojitos."
"The marinade requires you to macerate the meat before grilling it."
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Word Game Points

Is MACERATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, macerate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MACERATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is MACERATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, macerate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MACERATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is MACERATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, macerate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MACERATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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