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Marinade

UK //ˈmæ.rɪ.neɪd// US //ˈmɛr.ɪ.neɪd// Pronunciation

Definition

A seasoned liquid used for soaking food to enhance flavor before cooking.

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In simple words: A flavored liquid used to soak food before cooking.

Examples

• Let the chicken sit in the marinade for at least two hours.
• I made a delicious garlic and herb marinade for the steaks.
• You can create your own marinade using vinegar and olive oil.
• The secret to her ribs is a spicy marinade she learned from her grandmother.
• Marinade can add depth to grilled vegetables as well.

Usage notes

Marinades are typically used for meats and vegetables. Use neutral or informal contexts when discussing recipes.

Grammar pattern

marinade + object

Memory hint

Sound like 'marry a date' - imagine dating with delicious food soaked in flavor!

Collocations

• make a marinade
• marinade meat
• let it marinade
• spicy marinade
• herb marinade

Synonyms

• soak
• brine
• infusion
• flavoring
• liquid seasoning

Common mistakes

• Confusing marinade with marinade sauce, which is a typo.
• Using the word in a countable form, e.g., 'marinades' when referring to a type.
• Confusing with similar words like 'sauce' or 'dip' without considering the soaking aspect.