Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zym
noun
/zaɪm/
Definition
An obsolete or rare term referring to a substance related to fermentation.
Examples
- The zym of the yeast was crucial for the brewing process.
- Scientists studied the zym to better understand metabolic processes.
- In ancient texts, zym was frequently mentioned in relation to bread-making.
Meaning
Zym is often associated with things that produce fermentation or enzymatic activity.
Synonyms
- Ferment
- Enzyme
- Catalyst
