marinations

/ˌmɛrɪˈneɪʃənz/
noun
  1. The process of soaking food, especially meat or fish, in a seasoned liquid before cooking to add flavor or tenderize it.
    • Different marinations can completely change the taste of grilled vegetables.
    • She experimented with various marinations, including lemon and herb, for the fish.
    • The chef recommends a two-hour marination for the chicken to absorb the spices.
  2. The seasoned liquid mixture used for marinating food.
    • The recipe calls for a simple marination of olive oil, garlic, and vinegar.
    • Store-bought marinations often contain high amounts of sugar and salt.
    • He poured the leftover marination over the salad as a dressing.
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