macerate

US /ˈmæsəreɪt/
UK /ˈmæsəreɪt/
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1.

soften or break up (food) by soaking in a liquid

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Macerate the fruit in brandy for an hour before serving.
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The chef decided to macerate the berries in sugar and lemon juice.
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soaksteepinfusesoftentenderize
2.

(of a solid) become soft or broken up by soaking in a liquid

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The paper began to macerate in the water.
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Over time, the plant fibers will macerate and decompose.
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disintegratedecomposedissolvesoften