Definition

1. Noun:
   • A species of yeast: Saccharomyces cerevisiae is a single-celled fungus commonly known as baker's yeast or brewer's yeast. It is a microorganism used to ferment sugars, producing carbon dioxide and alcohol.

Usage

• is primarily used to make bread rise and to ferment alcoholic beverages like beer and wine.
• In scientific contexts, it is a fundamental model organism for biological research.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The baker added Saccharomyces cerevisiae to the dough to make it rise.
  • Saccharomyces cerevisiae is essential for the fermentation process in brewing.

Advanced Usage

• In biotechnology: is engineered to produce pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and other industrial products.
  • Scientists modified Saccharomyces cerevisiae to produce insulin.

Variants and Related Words

• Baker's yeast: A common name for strains of used in baking.
• Brewer's yeast: A common name for strains of used in brewing.
• Yeast: The general term for fungi of the genus and others.

Synonyms

• Baker's yeast
• Brewer's yeast

Related Phrases

• Yeast fermentation: The process carried out by .
• Model organism: A term describing the role of in laboratory research.

Noun

1. used as a leaven in baking and brewing