Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sourdough
Noun
/ˈsaʊərˌdoʊ/
Definition
A type of bread made from a simple mixture of flour, water, and salt that is leavened with naturally occurring wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria.
Examples
- She baked a fresh loaf of sourdough for breakfast.
- The artisan bakery is known for its delicious sourdough bread.
- He learned to make sourdough starter from scratch.
Meaning
Sourdough refers to both the dough and the bread that results from the fermentation process, which gives it a distinctive tangy flavor and chewy texture.
Synonyms
- Fermented bread
- Leavened bread
