How Do You Spell MASHING?

Pronunciation: [mˈaʃɪŋ] (IPA)

"Mashing" is spelled using the letters M-A-S-H-I-N-G. In IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription, it is written as /ˈmæʃɪŋ/. The first sound is /m/, which is a bilabial nasal consonant. Then, the vowel sound /æ/ follows, which is pronounced with the mouth slightly open and the tongue low in the mouth. This is followed by the consonant cluster /ʃɪŋ/, which starts with the voiceless postalveolar fricative /ʃ/ and ends with the voiced palato-alveolar affricate /dʒ/. This results in the word "mashing" pronounced with a soft, hissing sound.

MASHING Meaning and Definition

  1. Mashing is a term used in various contexts, referring to different actions or processes. In the culinary world, mashing is a technique used to break down or soften food items, such as potatoes or vegetables, into a smoother and more manageable consistency. It involves the use of a masher tool or utensil to crush or press the food, often cooked or boiled, until desired texture is achieved. Mashing is commonly employed to create purees, side dishes, or as a step in recipes. It is also used in brewing and distilling, where it refers to the process of converting grain starches into fermentable sugars. This involves soaking the crushed grains in hot water, known as the mash, to extract sugars through enzymatic activity. The resulting liquid, called the wort, is then fermented to produce alcoholic beverages like beer or whiskey. Additionally, mashing can also occur in music production, particularly in the creation of remixes or mashups. In this context, it refers to the blending or combining of multiple songs or audio sources to create a new composition or arrangement. Mashing may involve altering elements like tempo, pitch, and instrumentation to achieve a cohesive and creative musical outcome.

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Etymology of MASHING

The word "mashing" originates from the Old English word "mæscan" or "mascian", which meant to crush or mix ingredients together. This Old English term evolved into the Middle English word "mashen" or "machen", maintaining a similar meaning. Over time, the word further developed into its current form, "mashing", retaining its original sense of crushing or mixing ingredients, often specifically in the context of brewing.

Plural form of MASHING is MASHINGS

Conjugate verb Mashing

CONDITIONAL

I would mash
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FUTURE

I will mash
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have mashed
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PAST

I mashed
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PAST PERFECT

I had mashed
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PRESENT

I mash
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PRESENT PERFECT

I have mashed
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I am mashing
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