raisinate meaning: definition, etymology and quotations

raisinate

verb

Etymology From raisin + -ate (verb-forming suffix).

Of grapes To take on the qualities of raisins

After picking, they're left to "raisinate" (dry and shrivel) on straw mats.2005, Kevin Zraly, Windows On The World Complete Wine Course:

adj

Etymology From raisin + -ate (adjective-forming suffix).

Having the qualities of raisins.

You squeeze these raisinate berries and the rich, concentrated juice slowly ferments.2004, Jean Pierre Rossouw, Mixed Case: A Unique Guide to the Cape Winelands:

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