Zymurgy
/ˈzaɪ.mɜːr.dʒi/noun
The science and practice of fermentation, especially in brewing, winemaking, and related industries.
Did you know?Its first element comes from Ancient Greek zýmē, “leaven,” the same root found in enzyme, while its second comes from érgon, “work.”
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
ζύμη (zýmē)
“Leaven, yeast, or fermenting substance”
Ancient Greek
Greek
ἔργον (érgon)
“Work, deed, or activity”
19th Century
German
Zymurgie
“The science or practice of fermentation”
19th Century
English
zymurgy
“The chemistry or technology of fermentation”
Modern English
English
zymurgy
“The science and practical study of fermentation”