🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

발효학

Pronunciation / Transliteration: bal-hyo-hak

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Zymology/zaɪˈmɒl.ə.dʒi/
nounCEFR C2 (Proficient)Top #85000 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"발효학은 맥주와 와인 양조 과정을 이해하는 데 필수적입니다."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The branch of science that deals with fermentation and the chemical processes associated with it.

    "Advanced zymology plays a crucial role in modern brewing, winemaking, and biofuel production."
  2. 2

    The study of enzymes and their catalytic functions in organic substances.

    "Her doctorate research focused on zymology and how enzymatic reactions alter complex carbohydrates."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from the Greek words zyme meaning 'leaven' or 'ferment' and logia meaning 'study of'. It entered scientific English in the late 19th century to describe the biochemical study and industrial application of fermentation processes.

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