Pronunciation: [sˈa͡ɪdəpɹˌɛs] (IPA) 
The word "ciderpress" is spelled with the "i" before the "e" because it follows the rule "I before E except after C." The sound represented by "i" is /aɪ/ and the sound represented by "e" is /ɛ/. The "s" at the end of the word is pronounced /s/. When pronounced, the word sounds like /ˈsaɪdərpres/. It refers to a device used for extracting juice from apples, commonly used to make cider.
A cider press is a mechanical device used to extract juice from apples, specifically for the purpose of making cider. It consists of several key components that work in conjunction to efficiently extract the juice from apples.
The main part of a cider press is the pressing mechanism, which is typically comprised of a large wooden or metal frame. This frame houses a mechanism that exerts force on the apples, causing them to be crushed or shredded. The crushed apples are placed in a container called the hopper, where they are prepared for pressing.
The pressing process involves placing a pressing plate or discs on top of the apple pulp, followed by a heavy weight or screw that presses down on the pulp. As the pressure is exerted, juice is extracted from the apples and flows out through a spout or drain, collecting in containers or barrels. The remaining apple pulp, known as pomace, is then discarded or utilized for other purposes.
Cider presses come in various sizes and designs, ranging from small, hand-operated presses suitable for home use, to large, automated presses used by commercial cider producers. Some presses even incorporate additional features, such as mesh bags or filters, to further refine the cider during the pressing process.
In summary, a cider press is a specialized mechanical device that facilitates the extraction of juice from apples, primarily for the purpose of making cider.
The word "ciderpress" is a compound word derived from two separate components: "cider" and "press".
- "Cider" traces its origin to the Old English word "cidre" or "sidre". This term is believed to have been borrowed from the Medieval Latin word "sicera" which referred to a fermented drink made from apples. The Latin term, in turn, can be traced back to the Greek word "sikera".
- "Press" comes from the Old French word "pres-" or "prest". This word ultimately finds its roots in the Latin word "pressare", meaning "to press or squeeze". This Latin term is a verbal derivative of "pressus", which is the past participle of "premere", meaning "to squeeze, press, or compress".
