non-fermented
|non-fer-ment-ed|
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/nɑn-fərˈmɛntɪd/
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/nɒn-fəˈmɛntɪd/
(ferment)
undergoing fermentation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-fermented' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'ferment' from Latin 'fermentare', where 'fermentum' meant 'leaven'.
Historical Evolution
'fermentum' transformed into the Old French word 'fermenter', and eventually became the modern English word 'ferment'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'fermentum' referred to a substance that causes fermentation, but over time it evolved to describe the process itself.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not having undergone fermentation.
The non-fermented juice retains its natural sweetness.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45