maderization

Hello, you have come here looking for the meaning of the word maderization. In DICTIOUS you will not only get to know all the dictionary meanings for the word maderization, but we will also tell you about its etymology, its characteristics and you will know how to say maderization in singular and plural. Everything you need to know about the word maderization you have here. The definition of the word maderization will help you to be more precise and correct when speaking or writing your texts. Knowing the definition ofmaderization, as well as those of other words, enriches your vocabulary and provides you with more and better linguistic resources.

English

Etymology

From maderize +‎ -ation.

Noun

maderization (uncountable)

  1. (wine) Oxidation.
    Synonym: sherrification
    • 1988, Ted Meredith, Northwest wine companion, page 111:
      Maderization turns wine brownish and gives it a flat, dull taste. Unprotected by tannins and pigments, white wines are more susceptible to maderization than red wines.