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Yeast

noun

/jiːst/

Meaning

microorganisms used in baking and brewing to cause fermentation

Add yeast to the flour to make the bread rise.

baker's yeast, active yeast

dry yeast, fresh yeast, yeast infection, brewing yeast

a small body of still water formed naturally or by artificial means

The process by which pollen is transferred from flowers, enabling plant reproduction.

a statement or event that indicates a possible or impending danger, problem, or other unpleasant sit...

the art of making objects by carving; a work of art made by carving

A young eagle.

rule by many; government by multiple authorities