fermentation

noun

Stress: third syllable

Syllables: fer-men-ta-tion (4)

English Definition

The chemical breakdown of a substance by bacteria, yeasts, or other microorganisms

Example Sentence

Fermentation is necessary for making yogurt.

US IPA /ˌfɜːrmenˈteɪʃn/
UK IPA /ˌfɜːmenˈteɪʃn/