word
maceration
mas-uh-RAY-shun
ˌmæsəˈreɪʃənListen
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Syllable breakdown
maceration
Sounds like
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Dictionary meaning
The process of steeping grape skins in the fermenting wine to extract colour, tannins, and flavour.
History and origin
Latin — 'macerare' (to soak, soften).
Examples
- Extended maceration gives red wines more structure, colour, and complexity.
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