ferment
noun
any of a group of living organisms, as yeasts, molds, and certain bacteria, that cause fermentation.
fermentability
-
a word derived from
ferment.
Example Sentences
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Fiber is used as an umbrella term for indigestible plant polysaccharides, so there are many different types with varying fermentability, solubility and viscosity in the gut.
From Salon ● Jan. 22, 2024
