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fer·men·ta·tion
 fermentation
- pronunciation:
- fuhr
men
teI
sh
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the chemical act or process, caused by a fermenting agent, of converting a carbohydrate into alcohol, acids, and other compounds, as yeast converts the sugar in grape juice into alcohol, producing wine.
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| definition 2: |
excitement, agitation, or upset; ferment.
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