yeast — a fungus used in making bread rise and in brewing alcoholic drinks
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a fungus used in making bread rise and in brewing alcoholic drinks
Pronunciation (IPA): /jiːst/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's secret ingredient was always fresh yeast from the local bakery.
- The pizza dough refused to rise because the yeast had expired last year.
- Scientists study yeast to understand fermentation processes.
yeast
NOUN[/jiːst/]
a fungus used in making bread rise and in brewing alcoholic drinks
a fungus used in making bread rise and in brewing alcoholic drinks
Even a beast enjoys a yeast-risen feast!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Yeast derives from Old English 'gist', meaning 'foam' or 'to boil up'. The term likely originated from Proto-Germanic roots reflecting the observable bubbling and foaming action during fermentation, with ancestors naming the substance based on its most visible characteristic.
Breakdown
Old English 'gist' (foam, boiling up) → Middle English 'yest' → Modern English 'yeast'. The root reflects Proto-Germanic *gest-, related to 'jest' and 'jeast', all describing the agitated, bubbling motion of fermenting liquid.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's secret ingredient was always fresh yeast from the local bakery.”
“The pizza dough refused to rise because the yeast had expired last year.”
“Scientists study yeast to understand fermentation processes.”
“The bread looked like a pancake because I forgot to add yeast - rookie mistake!”
“Beer production relies heavily on the quality of yeast used in brewing.”
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