fermentation

US /ˌfɝː.menˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌfɝː.menˈteɪ.ʃən/
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fermentation

the chemical breakdown of a substance by bacteria, yeasts, or other microorganisms, typically involving effervescence and the giving off of heat.

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Yeast is essential for the fermentation of grapes into wine.
La levure est essentielle pour la fermentation des raisins en vin.
The process of fermentation produces alcohol and carbon dioxide.
Le processus de fermentation produit de l'alcool et du dioxyde de carbone.