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macerative

/ˈmæs.ə.reɪ.tɪv/

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adjective

formalcommontechnicalobsolete/ˈmæs.ə.reɪ.tɪv/

An obsolete adjective relating to the process of softening or breaking down by soaking in a liquid.

  • 🇷🇺Устаревшее прилагательное, относящееся к процессу размягчения или разложения путем замачивания в жидкости.
  1. Characterized by maceration C2 formal

    Relating to or involving the process of softening or breaking down by soaking in liquid.

    • The macerative process is essential for extracting flavors in winemaking.
    • Macerative enzymes are used in some industrial applications.
    • The lab studied the macerative effects of various solvents on plant tissue.

    🇷🇺Характеризуется мацерацией

    Synonyms: soakingsoftening