Fermentation
/ˌfɜːr.mənˈteɪ.ʃən/noun
The chemical process by which sugars are converted into alcohol or acids by microorganisms.
Did you know?In ancient cultures, fermentation was often seen as a divine process, believed to be a gift from the gods for transforming the mundane into something magical.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
fermentatio
“A stirring or agitation, associated with the bubbling of liquid during fermentation.”
Old French
Old French
fermentacion
“The act of causing a substance to undergo fermentation.”
Middle English
Middle English
fermentacioun
“The process of fermentation, often used in brewing and baking.”
Modern English
English
fermentation
“The biochemical process that transforms sugars into alcohol or acids via yeast or bacteria.”