English · Food & Drink
fermented
/fəˈmen.tɪd/
[/fəˈmen.tɪd/]
changed by microbes
Advancedadjective
Definition
Fermented food has been changed by tiny organisms to develop flavor or to preserve it.
Example
The fermented cabbage had a sharp, tangy taste that went perfectly with the grilled meat.
The fermented cabbage had a sharp, tangy taste that went perfectly with the grilled meat.
Etymology
From Latin 'fermentare' (to leaven), from 'fervere' (to boil).
How & Where It’s Used
Describes foods like yogurt, kimchi, and beer made through fermentation.