Antirennet

/ˌæntɪˈrɛnɪt/ adjective

Definition

Opposing or counteracting rennet, an enzyme used in cheese-making to curdle milk.

Etymology

From anti- (against) + rennet (from Old English 'runnet,' possibly from Old Norse 'hrænn'). This technical term emerged in food chemistry and dairy science.

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