Yeasty: meaning, definitions and examples

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yeasty

 

[ หˆjiหsti ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

food description

Yeasty refers to a flavor, aroma, or texture associated with yeast, particularly in baked goods. It often describes bread or pastries that have been leavened with yeast, resulting in a light and airy structure. Foods that are described as yeasty might have a slightly tangy taste and a fluffy crumb. The term can also describe a fermenting process in beverages like beer, where yeast is a crucial component in developing flavor.

Synonyms

bready, fermented, leavened

Examples of usage

  • The yeasty aroma of fresh bread filled the kitchen.
  • This beer has a robust, yeasty flavor that enhances its complexity.
  • The yeasty texture of the dough made it perfect for rising.

Translations

Translations of the word "yeasty" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fermentado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เคฎเฅ€เคฐเคฆเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช hefig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ beragi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดั€ั–ะถะดะถะพะฒะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ droลผdลผowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚คใƒผใ‚นใƒˆใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท levurรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ de levadura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท maya gibi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํšจ๋ชจ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎู…ูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kvasnicovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kvasnicovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้…ตๆฏ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kvasniลกki

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gerja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัˆั‹ั‚า›ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ•แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ maya kimi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ de levadura

Etymology

The word 'yeasty' originates from the Old English 'gist', which meant 'ferment'. Its usage in English can be traced back to the 14th century, as bakers began to explore the properties of yeast in bread-making. Yeast has been used for thousands of years, with evidence of its use in ancient Egyptian breads. The process of fermentation it causes is essential for producing the carbon dioxide that causes dough to rise. Over time, the term 'yeasty' evolved to not only signify the presence of yeast but also the distinctive qualities yeast imparts to baked goods and beverages. As baking and brewing techniques advanced, the vocabulary associated with these processes expanded, leading to the popular use of 'yeasty' in modern culinary contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,471, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.