Definition

A type of fungus used in baking and brewing that helps dough rise and produces alcohol during fermentation.

Example

The baker added yeast to the dough to make it rise.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the dough started to yeast when I added the water?

Yeah, it’s amazing to watch it froth like that.

I love how it yeast so quickly; it means the bread will rise nicely.

Exactly! Fresh bread is always worth the wait.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A type of fungus that is used in baking and brewing to help dough rise and to ferment beverages.

Example

I added yeast to the dough to make it rise.

Conversation

Have you ever used yeast to bake bread?

Yeah, I love how it makes the bread rise so nicely!

I just bought some yeast for the first time, and I'm excited to try it.

Root Explanation

Yeast originates from Old English 'gist' (meaning yeast or leaven), which is related to the Old High German 'gista' (meaning yeast). The word refers to the substance used in fermentation, particularly in baking and brewing.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'gist' for yeast, which helps you remember that yeast is the substance that makes bread rise and ferments beverages.

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