Leavened: meaning, definitions and examples

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leavened

 

[ หˆlษ›vษ™nd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

baking process

Leavened refers to bread or other baked goods that have been infused with a leavening agent, which causes them to rise and become light and airy. This process typically involves the fermentation of dough, where yeast or another leavening agent produces gas. The resulting bubbles expand during baking, creating a soft texture. Leavened products include sourdough, yeast rolls, and most breads. In contrast, unleavened items, such as matzo or tortillas, do not undergo this rising process.

Synonyms

aerated, light, puffed, risen.

Examples of usage

  • The baker specializes in leavened breads.
  • Leavened dough requires several hours to rise.
  • When cooking pancakes, leavened mixtures create fluffy textures.
  • Many cultures have traditional leavened pastries.
  • Sourdough is a popular form of leavened bread.

Translations

Translations of the word "leavened" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fermentado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เคฎเฅ€เคฐเคฆเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช geheftet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ beragi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะดะฝัั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zaczyniony

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็™บ้…ตใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท levรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ leudado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mayalฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐœํšจ๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฎู…ุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kynutรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kynutรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‘้…ต็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kvasen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hefur veriรฐ lyft

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัˆั‹ั‚ั‹ะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒŸแƒแƒ•แƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mayalanmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ levado

Etymology

The term 'leavened' originates from the Latin word 'levare', meaning 'to raise'. This root is deeply connected to the action of lifting or elevating, which reflects the primary function of leavening agents in baking. Historically, leavening techniques can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where natural fermentation processes were first utilized to improve the texture and palatability of bread. Yeast, identified as a key ingredient in this process, was used by Egyptians around 3000 BC, leading to various interpretations and applications across cultures. Over time, the concept of leavening has evolved, with advancements in baking science offering new methods and commercial products that enhance the leavening process. Today, understanding leavening is fundamental for bakers striving to achieve specific textures and flavors in their breads and pastries.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,777, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.