fermenting

• Nom désignant le processus de fermentation, par lequel un agent provoque la décomposition d'une substance organique en substances plus simples, notamment la dégradation anaérobie du sucre en alcool.

A noun referring to the process of fermentation, where an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances, especially the anaerobic breakdown of sugar into alcohol.

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1. Chemical processB2formalscientific

   A metabolic process in which microorganisms like yeast or bacteria convert organic substances, especially sugars, into simpler compounds, such as alcohol or acids, often without oxygen.

   Fermentation (processus chimique)

   • The fermenting of grapes produces wine.
   • Fermenting is essential for making yogurt and cheese.
   • The brewery uses a special yeast for the fermenting of beer.

   Synonymesfermentationzymolysiszymosis

• Verbe décrivant le processus chimique de transformation des sucres en alcool ou en acides sous l'action de micro-organismes, ou décrivant un état d'agitation ou de trouble.

A verb used to describe the chemical process of converting sugars into alcohol or acids using microorganisms, or to describe a state of agitation or excitement.

1. Chemical processB2formalscientific

   To undergo a chemical change in which organic substances break down into simpler substances, often producing gas or alcohol.

   Fermenter (transformation chimique)

   • The yeast causes the sugar to ferment into alcohol.
   • Grape juice ferments to produce wine.
   • The mixture was left to ferment for several days.

   Synonymesbreak downbrewcurdledecaydecomposerotsourwork

2. Agitation or unrestC1formal

   To become excited or agitated, often leading to disorder or unrest.

   Fermenter, s'agiter

   • Political ideas fermented among the students.
   • Discontent fermented in the community for months.
   • The situation fermented into a full-blown protest.

   Synonymesboilchurnfesterseethesimmer