stum
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /stʌm/
KK: /stʌm/
noun
Definition
Unfermented or partially fermented grape juice, often used in winemaking.
Example
The winemaker decided to use stum to enhance the flavor of the final product.
Conversation
I tried some stum at the wine festival last weekend.
Oh really? How was it?
It was surprisingly sweet and refreshing, not what I expected from grape juice.
That sounds interesting! I usually stick to regular wines.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
must
juice
liquid
Antonyms
vinegar
sour
dry
transitive verb
Definition
To ferment a type of wine by adding a specific substance known as stum.
Example
The winemaker decided to stum the batch to enhance its flavor.
Tense Forms
Past: stummed
Past Participle: stummed
Conversation
Have you ever tried to stum your own wine at home?
No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!
I heard it can really improve the flavor if you do it right.
Root Explanation
The word 'stum' originates from Old English 'stum', meaning 'dumb' or 'mute'. It refers to a state of being unable to speak or express oneself verbally.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word for 'mute' — 'stum' helps you remember that it refers to being unable to speak.
Visually Confused Words
stulm
strum
tum
sum
stu
xystum
struma
sputum