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fermentation

noun

/ˌfɜːrmənˈteɪʃən/

Meaning

a chemical process by which substances like sugar are converted into alcohol or acids using microorganisms

The fermentation of grapes produces wine.

brewing, leavening, souring, enzyme action

sterilization, pasteurization

alcohol fermentation, fermentation process, yeast fermentation

a rough path or minor road; a course or route followed; to follow or trace

a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked

a recording of moving visual images made digitally or on film

The symbol '&' used to represent the word 'and'.

The external part of the ear; also an upper chamber of the heart in anatomy.

a woman, especially one of refined or gentle manners; a polite term for any woman