ferment
noun
any of a group of living organisms, as yeasts, molds, and certain bacteria, that cause fermentation.
nonfermentable
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a word derived from
ferment.
Example Sentences
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Insoluble dietary fiber, or roughage, is the indigestible, nonfermentable parts of plants — internal yard trimmings that the gut cannot break down.
From Salon ● Apr. 7, 2013
The saccharification being more complete, there are less intermediary and nonfermentable dextrins, and the yield of spirits is therefore increased.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 821, September 26, 1891 by Various
