saccharomyces : Idioms & Phrases
genus saccharomyces
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noun single-celled yeasts that reproduce asexually by budding; used to ferment carbohydrates
Saccharomyces.
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saccharomyces cerevisiae
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noun used as a leaven in baking and brewing
brewer's yeast; baker's yeast.
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saccharomyces ellipsoides
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noun used in making wine
wine-maker's yeast.