zymophore

/zɪmoʊˈfɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A cell or part of a cell that is involved in the fermentation of sugars, especially in the production of alcoholic beverages.

“The brewer studied the zymophores to optimize the fermentation process.”

Synonyms

  • fermentation cell
  • zymogenous cell

Antonyms

  • zymolytic cell