fermenting Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun a process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances; especially, the anaerobic breakdown of sugar into alcohol
   zymolysis; ferment; zymosis; fermentation.
   
2. verb be in an agitated or excited state
   ferment.
   
   • The Middle East is fermenting
   • Her mind ferments
3. verb work up into agitation or excitement
   ferment.
   
   • Islam is fermenting Africa
4. verb cause to undergo fermentation
   ferment; work.
   
   • We ferment the grapes for a very long time to achieve high alcohol content
   • The vintner worked the wine in big oak vats
5. verb go sour or spoil
   ferment; turn; sour; work.
   
   • The milk has soured
   • The wine worked
   • The cream has turned--we have to throw it out

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