marinade
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for marinade, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A flavoured liquid, often containing an acid like vinegar or citrus, that food is soaked in before cooking.
Synonyms
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How to use marinade
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French marinade, built on "marine" (of the sea) plus the suffix "-ade," since early versions used seawater or brine.
Full origin of marinade →Frequently asked questions
What does “marinade” mean?
The word “marinade” means a flavoured liquid, often containing an acid like vinegar or citrus, that food is soaked in before cooking. In plain terms, the seasoned liquid you soak meat, fish or vegetables in before cooking, to add flavour and tenderness.
How do you pronounce “marinade”?
“Marinade” is pronounced marih-NAYD (/ˌmɛɹɪˈneɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “marinade” in a sentence?
Here is “marinade” used in a sentence: “She mixed soy sauce, garlic and ginger into a marinade for the chicken.”
What part of speech is “marinade”?
Depending on how it is used, “marinade” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “marinade” come from?
The word “marinade” comes from French. From French marinade, built on "marine" (of the sea) plus the suffix "-ade," since early versions used seawater or brine.
How many meanings does “marinade” have?
“Marinade” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a flavoured liquid, often containing an acid like vinegar or citrus, that food is soaked in before cooking.