1. making meat softer and easier to chew by breaking down tough fibers
Usage: present participle of tenderize

1. the process of making meat tender
Usage: gerund form

Examples

• She is tenderizing the steak with a meat mallet.
• Marinating overnight is an effective method for tenderizing tough cuts of beef.
• The chef recommends tenderizing the chicken before grilling.
• Pineapple juice contains enzymes useful for tenderizing meat.
• Proper tenderizing makes even cheap cuts of meat delicious.
• The recipe calls for tenderizing the pork chops for two hours.