malt
US /mɑːlt/
UK /mɑːlt/
1.
grain, usually barley, that has been steeped, germinated, and dried, used especially for brewing or distilling and in the food industry
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The beer is brewed with high-quality malt.
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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
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She ordered a chocolate malt at the diner.
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Malt vinegar is a common condiment for fish and chips.
1.
convert (grain) into malt by steeping it in water and drying it
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The brewery will malt the barley before brewing.
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It takes several days to properly malt the grain.