zymurgy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Synonym of zymology (“the chemistry of fermentation with yeasts, especially the science involved in beermaking and winemaking”).
  2. The practice of using fermentation to produce alcoholic beverages.

Pronunciation

/ˈzaɪˌmɜːd͡ʒi/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-zymurgy.wav /ˈzaɪˌmɜɹd͡ʒi/

Word forms

zymurgy

Etymology

From zym- (prefix meaning ‘fermentation’) + -urgy (suffix denoting a technique for working with something), modelled after metallurgy.

Synonyms

Derived words

aardvark to zymurgy zymurgic zymurgical zymurgist
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