Definition

A large container or vat used for processes like bleaching or dressing ores, often used in brewing or cooking.

Example

The workers filled the keeve with the mash to begin the fermentation process.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a keeve used in brewing?

No, I haven't! What exactly is a keeve?

It's a large vat where they make the mash for fermentation.

That sounds interesting! I'd love to learn more about the brewing process.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To tilt or heave something, especially a cart, or to place something in a container for fermentation.

Example

The workers had to keeve the cart to unload the heavy materials.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever seen how they keeve the cider during fermentation?

No, I haven't! How do they do that?

They place the apples in a big tub and let them keeve for a while to develop flavor.

Root Explanation

The word 'keeve' originates from Middle English 'keve', which comes from Old English 'cēaf', meaning a tub or vessel used for fermentation. It refers specifically to a container used in brewing or fermentation processes.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tub' or 'vessel' used for brewing — that's what a keeve is, a special container for fermentation.

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