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zymurgy

noun
zy·mur·gy | \ ˈzīˌmərjē \
plural -es

Definition of zymurgy 

: a branch of applied chemistry that deals with fermentation processes (as in wine making or brewing)

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History and Etymology for zymurgy

zym- + -urgy

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