Etymology

zymurgy

zym·ur·gy
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Today it means: Synonym of zymology (“the chemistry of fermentation with yeasts, especially the science involved in beermaking and winemaking”). Full definition →

First used mid 19th c.
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The story

From zym- (prefix meaning ‘fermentation’) + -urgy (suffix denoting a technique for working with something), modelled after metallurgy.

First known use, by meaning

  • from mid 19th c. Synonym of zymology (“the chemistry of fermentation with yeasts, especially the science involved in beermaking and winemaking”).

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