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ferments

The correct spelling is ferments.

How to pronounce ferments

noun

Say it like: Fer-men-ts

The correct spelling is ferments. Something, such as a yeast or barm, that causes fermentation.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Something, such as a yeast or barm, that causes fermentation.
  2. 2.A state of agitation or of turbulent change.
  3. 3.A gentle internal motion of the constituent parts of a fluid; fermentation.
  4. 4.A catalyst.

verb

  1. 1.To react, using fermentation; especially to produce alcohol by aging or by allowing yeast to act on sugars; to brew.
  2. 2.To stir up, agitate, cause unrest or excitement in.

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