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yeast
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/lɨvɨˈduɾɐ/le·ve·du·ra
Definition
1A 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