marinate
1 synonym for marinate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To soak food in a seasoned liquid before cooking, to add flavour or tenderize it.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use marinate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
marinate the chicken
marinate overnight
let it marinate
Etymology
From Italian marinare, "to pickle," ultimately from Latin marinus ("of the sea"), because early recipes used seawater or brine.
Full origin of marinate →Frequently asked questions
What does “marinate” mean?
The word “marinate” means to soak food in a seasoned liquid before cooking, to add flavour or tenderize it. In plain terms, to soak food in a flavoured liquid before cooking, or (informally) to let an idea sit and develop.
How do you pronounce “marinate”?
“Marinate” is pronounced MA-rih-nayt (/ˈmæɹɪneɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “marinate” in a sentence?
Here is “marinate” used in a sentence: “Marinate the tofu in soy sauce and sesame oil for an hour.”
What part of speech is “marinate”?
“Marinate” is a verb.
Where does the word “marinate” come from?
The word “marinate” comes from Latin. From Italian marinare, "to pickle," ultimately from Latin marinus ("of the sea"), because early recipes used seawater or brine.
How many meanings does “marinate” have?
“Marinate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to soak food in a seasoned liquid before cooking, to add flavour or tenderize it.
