vat

/væt/

Definitions

1. noun

A large, open container, typically made of metal or wood, used for storing liquids such as wine, oil, or chemicals.

“The winery stored the wine in large vats to age and ferment.”

2. noun

A place or environment where something is produced or manufactured.

“The factory had a large vat for producing plastics.”

3. verb

To store or hold something in a vat.

“The farmer vats the milk to separate the cream from the liquid.”

4. verb

To mix or combine something in a vat.

“The artist vats the paint to create a uniform color.”

Synonyms

  • vatment
  • vatting

Antonyms

  • dispersion
  • separation