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Definition of: marinate
(mar′ə·nāt) v.t. ·nat·ed, ·nat·ing
1. To soak in oil and vinegar or brine preparatory to cooking; prepare with marinade.
2. To allow, as salad, to soak in French dressing before serving. [<MARIN(ADE) + -ATE1]
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