Proofing

verb

/ˈpɹuːfɪŋ/

Word Frequency: 0.3

Definitions

1.verbTo proofread.

2.verbTo make resistant, especially to water.

3.verbTo allow yeast-containing dough to rise.

4.verbTo test the activeness of yeast.

5.nounA step in creating yeast breads and baked goods, during which the yeast is allowed to leaven the dough.

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