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yeast

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/lɨvɨˈduɾɐ/le·ve·du·ra

Definition

1

A single-celled fungus (mainly of the genus Saccharomyces) used to ferment doughs and liquids, producing carbon dioxide and alcohol.

Usage examples

Yeast is a key ingredient in bread-making and brewing.
Active dry yeast needs to be dissolved in warm water.

Common combinations

baker's yeastbrewer's yeastyeast extractyeast cell