What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
marc
Example
The winemaker used the grape marc to make grappa. [marc: noun]
Example
After distilling the whiskey, the marc was used as animal feed. [marc: noun]
pomace
Example
The olive pomace was used to make soap. [pomace: noun]
Example
The winery disposed of the grape pomace in an environmentally friendly way. [pomace: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pomace is more commonly used than marc in everyday language, as it can refer to the solid remains of various fruits and is used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between marc and pomace?
Both marc and pomace are technical terms used in the food and beverage industry, and are therefore more formal in tone than everyday language.
