sourdough
What is another word for sourdough? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Bread made using a fermented dough starter instead of commercial yeast, giving it a tangy flavor.
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How to use sourdough
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sourdough starter
sourdough loaf
Etymology
From sour + dough. The Alaska/Yukon sense comes from Klondike Gold Rush prospectors who carried a pouch of fermented bread starter with them at all times.
Full origin of sourdough →Frequently asked questions
What does “sourdough” mean?
The word “sourdough” means bread made using a fermented dough starter instead of commercial yeast, giving it a tangy flavor. In plain terms, tangy fermented bread, or slang for a seasoned northern old-timer.
How do you pronounce “sourdough”?
“Sourdough” is pronounced SOW-uh-doh (/ˈsaʊɚˌdoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sourdough” in a sentence?
Here is “sourdough” used in a sentence: “She baked a fresh loaf of sourdough for the dinner party.”
What part of speech is “sourdough”?
“Sourdough” is a noun.
How many meanings does “sourdough” have?
“Sourdough” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: bread made using a fermented dough starter instead of commercial yeast, giving it a tangy flavor.
