macerate

US /ˈmæsəreɪt/
UK /ˈmæsəreɪt/
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1.

浸软, 浸渍

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

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Macerate the fruit in brandy for an hour before serving.
上菜前，将水果在白兰地中浸泡一小时。
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The chef decided to macerate the berries in sugar and lemon juice.
厨师决定将浆果用糖和柠檬汁浸软。
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soaksteepinfusesoftentenderize
2.

浸软, 分解

(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.
纸张开始在水中浸软。
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Over time, the plant fibers will macerate and decompose.
随着时间的推移，植物纤维会浸软并分解。
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disintegratedecomposedissolvesoften