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rennet

/rɛnɛt/ noun · British & US
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What does rennet mean?

noun

A complex of enzymes used in the production of cheese, or a substance that causes milk to curdle. Rennet is often derived from the stomach lining of young animals, particularly calves.

Example

"The cheesemaker added rennet to the milk to speed up the curdling process."

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