fermentation
noun/ˌfɜrmənˈteɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #9,545 most common English word
Meaning
a chemical process in which microorganisms such as yeast break down sugars to produce alcohol, gases, or acids.
Example sentence
The brewery relies on fermentation to convert sugars into alcohol.
Synonyms & related words
- brewing
- culturing
- processing
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