Meaning of the word malt in English

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malt

US /mɑːlt/
UK /mɑːlt/
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Noun

1.

grain, usually barley, that has been steeped, germinated, and dried, used especially for brewing or distilling and in the food industry

Example:
The beer is brewed with high-quality malt.
They use roasted malt to give the stout its dark color and rich flavor.
2.

a beverage or food product made with malt, such as malted milk or malt vinegar

Example:
She ordered a chocolate malt at the diner.
Malt vinegar is a common condiment for fish and chips.

Verb

1.

convert (grain) into malt by steeping it in water and drying it

Example:
The brewery will malt the barley before brewing.
It takes several days to properly malt the grain.
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