Meaning & Definition of word "Malt"

Malt

/mɔlt/

1. Grain, usually barley, that has been soaked, germinated, and dried, used in the production of beer and other beverages.
- Example: The brewery sources its malt from local farms.
2. A food product made by grinding malted grains, often used in baking.
- Example: The recipe called for malt to enhance the flavor of the bread.
3. A sweet, syrupy liquid made from malted barley, often used in candy-making.
- Example: She drizzled malt over the ice cream for added sweetness.

1. To soak grain in water to allow it to germinate and then dry it for brewing or distilling.
- Example: The process will malt the barley for a few days before it is dried.
2. To produce malt from grain.
- Example: They malt their own grains to ensure maximum freshness.

From Old English 'mealt', related to the process of grinding.

malt liquor:

A type of beer with a high alcohol content, often sweet.

malt extract:

A concentrated syrup made from malted grains, used in brewing and cooking.

barley:

A cereal grain that is commonly malted.

brewing:

The process of producing beer.

distilling:

The action of purifying a liquid by a process of heating and cooling.

Meaning: A strong beer or ale.

Example Sentence: Let's grab a couple of malts at the pub tonight.

Meaning: To refer to something as sweet or flavorful.

Example Sentence: That candy is malt; it's so good!