marinade
noun
a seasoned liquid, usually of vinegar or wine with oil, herbs, spices, etc., in which meat, fish, vegetables, etc., are steeped before cooking.
marinades
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pluralof marinade.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof marinade (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
marinadenouna seasoned liquid, usually of vinegar or wine with oil, herbs, spices, etc., in which meat, fish, vegetables, etc., are steeped before cooking.
Example Sentences
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It’s packed with salt, acidity and concentrated olive flavor that can add depth to everything from marinades to bread dough.
From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2026
One butcher said all his meat, marinades and spices had been taken away to be checked.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2025
Dijon mustard can bring a flavorful kick to marinades, dressings and sauces, and so can fresh or dried herbs, such as basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, parsley and cilantro.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 4, 2024
China Chilcano's chefs said the product behaved very similarly to conventional chicken and offered some improvements, like rapid absorption of marinades.
From Reuters ● Jul. 20, 2023
Because they are skinless, they absorb marinades well, but should be turned and basted often to keep the meat moist.
From The Perdue Chicken Cookbook by Mitzi Perdue
