What does lees mean?
Lees means The sediment that settles during fermentation of beverages, consisting of dead yeast and precipitated parts of the fruit..
Lees
/liːz/ · noun
Meaning
The sediment that settles during fermentation of beverages, consisting of dead yeast and precipitated parts of the fruit..
Definitions by Sense
- The sediment that settles during fermentation of beverages, consisting of dead yeast and precipitated parts of the fruit.
- plural of lee
Example Sentences
Methinks my body is but the lees of my better being.
Kipper drained his glass to the lees and seemed to become calmer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lees?
Common synonyms include dregs.
What is the opposite of lees?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use lees in a sentence?
Methinks my body is but the lees of my better being.
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