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ferment

noun
  1. a process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances
    zymosis
  2. a state of agitation or turbulent change or development
    “the political ferment produced new leadership”
    agitation
  3. a substance capable of bringing about fermentation
verb
  1. go sour or spoil
    turn
  2. cause to undergo fermentation
    “We ferment the grapes for a very long time to achieve high alcohol content”
    work
  3. work up into agitation or excitement
    “Islam is fermenting Africa”
  4. be in an agitated or excited state
    “The Middle East is fermenting”