What is another word for sparge?

Pronunciation: [spˈɑːd͡ʒ] (IPA)

Sparge is a word typically used in brewing to describe the process of rinsing grains with hot water to extract their sugars. However, there are several synonyms for this word that can be used in different contexts. These include "rinse," "flush," "cleanse," or "sprinkle." Each of these words implies a process of adding or applying liquid to a substance, whether it be for cleaning, extracting flavor, or simply moistening. While sparge may be the most commonly used term in brewing, these synonyms can be applied to a variety of situations where liquid needs to be added in a controlled manner.

What are the hypernyms for Sparge?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    to rinse, to wash, To Clean, To filter, To decontaminate, To purify, To rinse off, To rinsedown, To scrub, To wash away.

What are the hyponyms for Sparge?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for sparge (as nouns)

  • hyponyms for sparge (as verbs)

Usage examples for Sparge

The wealthy Greeks and Romans strewed Roses on the tombs of departed friends, whilst poorer persona could only afford a tablet at the grave bearing the prayer: "sparge, precor, rosas super mea busta, viator."
"Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure"
William Thomas Fernie

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