ферме́нт — meaning in English

English meaning

• enzyme noun A protein produced by living cells that speeds up a specific chemical reaction in the body without being used up itself.
• ferment verb To undergo a chemical change caused by yeast or bacteria, often turning sugars into alcohol or acid.

Senses

ферме́нт is used for these senses in English:

• ferment Something, such as a yeast or barm, that causes fermentation.

ferment — full definition

1. verb To undergo a chemical change caused by yeast or bacteria, often turning sugars into alcohol or acid.
2. verb To stir up unrest, excitement, or trouble.
3. noun A state of excitement, agitation, or unrest.

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