leavening | ||
1. | [ noun ] an influence that works subtly to lighten or modify something | |
Synonyms: | leaven | |
Examples: | "his sermons benefited from a leavening of humor" |
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Related terms: | imponderable | |
2. | [ noun ] a substance used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid | |
Synonyms: | leaven | |
Related terms: | substance sourdough baking_powder yeast raise | |
Similar spelling: |
Lebanon |