ferment Meaning and Definition

1. n. a process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances; especially, the anaerobic breakdown of sugar into alcohol

2. n. a state of agitation or turbulent change or development

3. n. a substance capable of bringing about fermentation

4. v. go sour or spoil

5. v. cause to undergo fermentation

6. v. work up into agitation or excitement

7. v. be in an agitated or excited state