malting

verb

Meaning

To convert a cereal grain into malt by causing it to sprout (by soaking in water) and then halting germination (by drying with hot air) in order to develop enzymes that can break down starches and proteins in the grain.
To become malt.
To drink malt liquor.
The process of turning grain into malt.
The premises where grain is malted.

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Related words

malt liquor(English)malted milk(English)brewing(English)beer(English)brewer(English)brewery(English)brasserie(English)diner(English)

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Sources

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