marinate
/ˈmɛrɪneɪt/
verb
- To soak food in a seasoned liquid (a marinade) before cooking to add flavor or tenderize it.
- You should marinate the vegetables in olive oil and herbs before grilling them.
- I like to marinate chicken in lemon juice and garlic for at least an hour.
- The recipe says to marinate the steak overnight in the refrigerator.
- To think about something slowly or let an idea develop over time.
- I need a few days to marinate on the proposal before giving my answer.
- The team let the creative concept marinate for a week before finalizing it.
- Let that suggestion marinate in your mind before you decide.