pasteurization

From WikiWord, the free dictionary

English

Definitions

noun

Heat-treatment of a perishable food to destroy heat-sensitive vegetative cells followed by immediate cooling to limit growth of the surviving cells and germination of spores.

Related words

Synonyms

pasteurisation contamination pasteurizer pasteurize pasteurizers pasteurized refrigeration sterilization fermentation disinfection sanitization milk disinfestation microfiltration autoclaving sterilisation

Associated

spoilage denatured irradiation pasteur rabies pathogens juice pathogenic

Rhymes

trepidation indignation exhilaration veneration elation condemnation gratification inclination aspiration desolation

References