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Definition of mashing - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
crushingthe process of crushing or grinding
- The mashing of the grains is the first step in brewing beer.
2.
cookingmixture of mashed ingredients
- The chef prepared a mashing of potatoes and carrots.
3.
brewingTECH. soaking grains to convert starch into sugarTECH.
- Mashing is a key step in beer production.
Adjective
1.
cookingin the process of being mashed
- The mashing potatoes were almost ready for dinner.
2.
brewingTECH. related to the brewing processTECH.
- The mashing grains were steeped in hot water.
Images of mashing

mixture of mashed ingredients
Expressions with mashing
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brewing process involving boiling part of the mash
Decoction mashing is essential for traditional German lagers.
Origin of mashing
Old English, mascian (to mix)
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Examples of mashing in a sentence
Mashing the fruit is essential for making jam. He made a mashing of various fruits for the dessert. A mashing of beans and spices was used in the recipe. Proper mashing affects the beer's flavor. Temperature control during mashing is crucial. The mashing apples were perfect for the sauce.
She checked the mashing carrots on the stove. The mashing process is crucial for flavor extraction. Mashing temperatures affect the beer's final taste.
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- French:broyage, en train d'être écrasé, ...
- German:Zerkleinerung, zerdrückt, ...
- Italian:macinazione, schiacciato, ...
- Spanish:molienda, triturado, ...
- Portuguese:moagem, a esmagar, ...
- Chinese:粉碎, 捣碎的, ...
- Japanese:粉砕, つぶされている, ...
- Arabic:الهَرْس, مَهْرُوس, ...
- Hebrew:מְעִיכָה, נִמְעָךְ, ...
- Russian:измельчение, измельчаемый, ...
- Ukrainian:дроблення, пюрируваний, ...
- Hindi:पिसाई, मसले जा रहे, ...
Definition of mash - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
foodUK mashed potatoesUK
- We had roast beef with mash for dinner.
2.
brewingTECH. crushed malt or grains used in brewing or distillingTECH.
- The brewer checked the temperature of the mash in the vat..
3.
animal feedTECH. mixture of meal and water for animalsTECH.
- The farmer fed the pigs their morning mash.
Verb
1.
make softcrush or smash to a soft consistency
- She mashed the potatoes for dinner..
2.
brewingTECH. mix crushed malt with water to release sugarsTECH.
- They mash the grains to make beer.
Images of mash

mashed potatoes 
crushed malt or grains used in brewing or distilling 
mixture of meal and water for animals
Expressions with mash
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crush food into a smooth substance
She decided to mash up the potatoes for dinner.
dehydrated potatoes for quick preparation
I made instant mash for dinner.
British dish of sausages and mashed potatoes
For dinner, we enjoyed bangers and mash with onion gravy..
Halloween-themed event with costumes and fun
The school hosted a monster mash for the students.
rapid pressing of buttons without strategy or pattern
Button mash is common in fighting games.
boiled potatoes mashed with butter or milk
I love to eat mash potato with gravy.
whiskey made using sour mash process
He prefers sour mash whiskey over other types.
whiskey made using previously fermented grain mash
He prefers the taste of sour mash whiskey.
insulated vessel for mixing grains and water in brewing
The brewer poured the grains into the mash tun.
Origin of mash
Middle English, mash (soft mixture)
Examples of mash in a sentence
He loves his fish with a serving of mash. The mash smelled sweet and earthy. He stirred the mash carefully. The chickens eagerly pecked at their mash. He mixed the grains into a nutritious mash for the cattle. He mashed the bananas for the smoothie.
The chef mashed the avocados for the dip. The brewer will mash the barley for the new ale. They need to mash the malt before fermentation.
View all translations of mash
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- French:purée, écraser, ...
- German:Kartoffelpüree, zerstampfen, ...
- Italian:purè, schiacciare, ...
- Spanish:puré, triturar, ...
- Portuguese:puré, esmagar, ...
- Chinese:土豆泥, 捣碎, ...
- Japanese:マッシュポテト, 潰す, ...
- Arabic:بَطاطا مَهْروسة, هَرَسَ, ...
- Hebrew:פִּירֶה, לִמְעוֹךְ, ...
- Russian:пюре, размять, ...
- Ukrainian:пюре, товкти, ...
- Hindi:मैश, मसलना, ...


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