Food
fermentation
noun
Definition
The chemical process by which microorganisms break down sugars to produce acids, gases, or alcohol.
In a sentence
“Traditional cheeses and yoghurts rely on natural fermentation to develop flavour and texture.”
Synonyms
brewingculturing
Common collocations
- fermentation process
- natural fermentation
- food fermentation
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