Zymurgy
ˈzīˌmərjē
Noun
- The study or practice of fermentation in brewing, winemaking, or distilling.
Example Sentences
“Zach was experimenting with zymurgy techniques and attempting to make mead from his neighbor’s hive.”
“The distillery offered zymurgy classes as part of its facility tour.”
“Home zymurgy hobbies have become quite popular in the last several years.”
Word Origin
Greek, mid-19th century
Why this word?
“Zymurgy” is the last word in many standard English dictionaries, but not all. The second edition of the Oxford English Dictionary ends with “zyxt” (an obsolete version of the verb “to see”), and Century Dictionary ends with “zyxomma” (a type of dragonfly).
Advertisement
top picks in optimism network
Word Daily is part of Optimism, which publishes content that uplifts, informs, and inspires.
-
More brands you’ll love
Elevate Your Everyday
More brands you’ll loveElevate Your Everyday
Subscribe to Better Report to receive tips and tricks that will save you money, maximize your time, and improve your life.
Subscribe to Better Report
By clicking “Subscribe” you’re agreeing to Better Report Terms of Use and Privacy Policy
