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pickling

Pronunciation: [ˈpɪk.lɪŋ]

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Learn how to use pickling in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “food preservation”

(noun) the process of keeping food, usually vegetables, in a salty or acidic solution so it doesn't spoil. This way, you can enjoy the food later, even if it's been a long time since you picked it.

Example

I love the pickling of cucumbers because they taste so good in the summer.

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The pickling process can spoil if the jars aren't sealed properly.

Example

What vegetables do you think are best for pickling?

Context: “food preservation”

(verb) to put food, usually vegetables, in a salty or acidic solution to preserve them. This means you're making them last longer so you can eat them later.

Example

My grandma enjoys pickling carrots every fall.

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He didn’t like pickling vegetables because he preferred them fresh.

Example

Are you planning on pickling any vegetables this weekend?

How to pronounce pickling

Pronunciation: [ˈpɪk.lɪŋ]

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