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noun
a process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances; especially, the anaerobic breakdown of sugar into alcohol
noun
a state of agitation or turbulent change or development
“the political ferment produced new leadership”
verb
cause to undergo fermentation
“We ferment the grapes for a very long time to achieve high alcohol content”
noun
a substance capable of bringing about fermentation
verb
be in an agitated or excited state
“The Middle East is fermenting”
verb
work up into agitation or excitement
“This religion is fermenting Africa”
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