Macerator
/ˈmæs.ə.reɪ.tər/noun
A device or tool that breaks down food into smaller pieces, often used in kitchen or medical contexts.
Did you know?In medieval alchemy, the act of maceration was believed to draw out the essences of herbs, making it a key step in creating potions and elixirs.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
macerare
“to soften or waste away, often used in the context of dissolving substances.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
macerator
“one who softens or breaks down, especially in reference to food preparation.”
Middle English
Middle English
macere
“to soften or make tender, typically used in cooking.”
Modern English
English
macerator
“an apparatus used to break down food or other materials into smaller pieces.”
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