reduced

B1 · Intermediate

adj. sold at a lower price than usual.

adj. offered at a lower price; discounted from the original retail value.

“I bought this winter coat at a reduced price during the January sales.”

“The supermarket marks down perishable items to a reduced price late in the evening to prevent food waste.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Cooking

adj. a liquid, like a sauce, that has been boiled to make it thicker and stronger.

adj. referring to a liquid that has been concentrated by boiling to evaporate water content.

“Drizzle the reduced balsamic vinegar over the salad for extra flavour.”

“The chef finished the dish with a reduced red wine glaze, providing a rich contrast to the roasted vegetables.”