World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesLab
Pronunciation / Transliteration: lab
"Der Käsemacher fügte Lab zur Milch hinzu, um den Gerinnungsprozess zu starten."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A substance obtained from the stomachs of ruminant animals, used in the process of curdling milk for cheese production.
"The cheese maker added rennet to the milk to begin the curdling process." - 2
Any similar substance used in cheese-making, including vegetable or microbial alternatives.
"With the rise of veganism, many cheese producers now use plant-based rennet."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'rennet' originates from the Old French term 'renet', which itself comes from the Latin 'renes', meaning 'kidneys'. Historically, rennet was used in cheese-making as it contains enzymes that coagulate milk, a practice that dates back to ancient civilizations.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Rennet"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Rennet" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
présure
Transliteration: prɛzyʁ
"Le fromager a ajouté de la présure au lait pour commencer le processus de caillage."
Lab
Transliteration: lab
"Der Käsemacher fügte Lab zur Milch hinzu, um den Gerinnungsprozess zu starten."
caglio
Transliteration: ˈkaʎ.ʎo
"Il casaro ha aggiunto il caglio al latte per iniziare il processo di coagulazione."
cuajo
Transliteration: ˈkwaxo
"El quesero añadió cuajo a la leche para comenzar el proceso de cuajado."
coalho
Transliteration: ˈko.aʎu
"O queijeiro adicionou coalho ao leite para iniciar o processo de coagulação."
रनट
Transliteration: ranat
"पनीर बनाने के लिए दूध में रनट मिलाया गया।"
凝乳酶
Transliteration: níng rǔ méi
"奶酪制造商在牛奶中添加了凝乳酶以开始凝固过程。"
응고제
Transliteration: eunggoje
"치즈 제조자는 우유에 응고제를 추가하여 응고 과정을 시작했습니다."
レンネット
Transliteration: rennetto
"チーズ職人は牛乳にレンネットを加えて凝固プロセスを開始しました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all German termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Rennet"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.