malaxate
/mælæksˈeɪt/; /məˈlæksəˌteɪt/Definitions
1. verb
to soften or blend (a substance), especially by kneading or rubbing
“The mixture was malaxated to create a smooth paste.”
2. noun
the act or process of softening or blending (a substance)
“Malaxation is an essential step in making chocolate.”