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zymurgy

Syllabification: (zy·mur·gy)
Pronunciation: /ˈzīˌmərjē/

Definition of zymurgy

noun

  • the study or practice of fermentation in brewing, winemaking, or distilling.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Greek zumē 'leaven', on the pattern of metallurgy

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