Alcoholize

Pronunciation: /ˈæɫkəˌhɑɫˈaɪˈzi/

Alcoholize (verb)

  1. To add alcohol to a substance so it becomes alcoholic or contains alcohol.
  2. To preserve or clean something by using alcohol.

Examples

  • The brewer alcoholizes the mixture during fermentation.
  • Heat and time alcoholize the drink for stronger flavor.