proofing Meaning & Definition
/ˈpɹuːfɪŋ/
What Does Proofing Mean?
As a noun, proofing means A step in creating yeast breads and baked goods, during which the yeast is allowed to leaven the dough. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of proof. As a verb, it means To proofread.
Proofing at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈpɹuːfɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | proofings |
Proofing Definition (Noun)
- A step in creating yeast breads and baked goods, during which the yeast is allowed to leaven the dough.
Proofing as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of proof
Verb
- To proofread.
- To make resistant, especially to water.
- To allow yeast-containing dough to rise.
- To test the activeness of yeast.
Synonyms of Proofing
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Proofing synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Proofing
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Proofing in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
proofing (countable and uncountable, plural proofings)
proofing
Words That Rhyme With Proofing
How to Pronounce Proofing
The standard pronunciation of proofing is //ˈpɹuːfɪŋ//, spoken in 1 syllable.