Barm
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bɑːm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Barm is a noun meaning Foam rising upon beer or other malt liquors when fermenting, used as leaven in brewing and making bread; yeast.
Meaning
Foam rising upon beer or other malt liquors when fermenting, used as leaven in brewing and making bread; yeast.
More Meanings
- A small, round, flat individual loaf or roll of bread.
- To spurge; foam
Example Sentences
[A]nd sometimes make the drink to bear no barm.
In 1577 yeast, called barm, is bought at 9d. the pail.
And he chaffed the women as he served them their ha'porths of barm.
Word Forms
- barms
- barming
- barmed
Synonyms for barm
Depending on context, synonyms include yeast.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include yeast, barmcloth, barmskin, barmkyn, bosom, barmkin.
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