(~s, macerating, ~d)
If you ~ food, or if it ~s, you soak it in a liquid for a period of time so that it absorbs the liquid.
I like to ~ the food in liqueur for a few minutes before serving...
Cognac is also used to ~ and flavour ingredients and casseroles...
Seal tightly then leave for four to five days to ~.
= marinate
VERB: V n in n, V n, V