1. the process of softening or breaking down by soaking in liquid
Usage: often used in cooking and food preparation
2. the breakdown of organic matter through moisture and bacterial action
Usage: technical; biology

Examples

• The chef used wine macerations to enhance the flavor of the fruit.
• Strawberry macerations in sugar create a natural syrup.
• The botanist studied plant macerations in the wetland soil.
• Traditional herbal remedies often involve macerations of dried leaves.
• The cookbook explained various fruit macerations for dessert toppings.
• Alcohol macerations extract essential oils from herbs and spices.