overproof
over·proof
overproof · overproofs · overproofed · overproofing
To proof excessivelyTo proof (allow dough containing yeast to rise) excessively.
UK/(ˌ)əʊvəˈpɹuːf/US/ˌoʊvɚˈpɹuf/
Meaning
1 sensesTo proof (allow dough containing yeast to rise) excessively.
Origin
From over- + proof.From over- + proof.
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Forms
overproofs, overproofing, overproofed, overproofed| Base form | overproof · to overproof |
|---|---|
| 3rd person singular | overproofs |
| Present participle | overproofing |
| Past simple | overproofed |
| Past participle | overproofed |
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Antonyms
1 antonymsLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle