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LEAVEN

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Leaven.

How to pronounce leaven:

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Leaven - as a noun

A substance used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
leavening13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
substance13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An influence that works subtly to lighten or modify something

Example: "His sermons benefited from a leavening of humor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
leavening13

Leaven - as a verb

Cause to puff up with a leaven

Example: "Unleavened bread"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prove10raise5

Example Sentences

"The recipe calls for two teaspoons of leaven."
"Baker's yeast is a common type of leaven used in bread-making."
"The bread didn't rise well because there was not enough leaven in the dough."
"Sourdough starter is a natural leaven made from fermented flour and water."
"The leaven gives the pancakes a light and fluffy texture."
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Word Game Points

Is LEAVEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leaven is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LEAVEN has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is LEAVEN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, leaven is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LEAVEN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is LEAVEN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leaven is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LEAVEN has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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