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Definition of tenderization

tenderization

/ˌtɛn.dɚ.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
(UK: tenderisation)
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Adverb:tenderly
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Plural:tenderizations
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Adjective:tender
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tenderization Lexical Profile

tenderization Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The culinary process of breaking down tough muscle fibers and collagen in meat to make it softer, more palatable, and easier to chew, achieved through mechanical pounding, acidic marinades, enzymatic treatments, or slow cooking.

Example

"The enzymatic tenderization of thetough steak was achieved by marinating it in fresh pineapple juice for an hour."

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• Nearby Words

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tenderizer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tenderization. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tenderization
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