Meaning & Definition of word "Vat"
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Vat
/væt/
noun:
- 1. A large container, usually cylindrical and made of metal, used for holding liquids.
- Example: The winery uses a massive vat to ferment the grapes.
- 2. A container for storing or processing substances, especially in manufacturing or chemical industries.
- Example: The factory has a vat filled with chemicals for the production process.
- 3. A unit of measure for liquid capacity, especially in relation to wine or spirits.
- Example: The distillery produced a vat of whiskey that aged for ten years.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'vat' or from Latin 'vatius'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
vat of oil:
A large container specifically for storing oil.
to vat something:
To put or process something in a vat.
Related Words
barrel:
A cylindrical container for storing liquids.
cistern:
A tank for storing water.
keg:
A small barrel, often used for storing beer.
Slang Meanings of vat
Meaning: To be extremely full or overstocked.
Example Sentence: The party was vat with people, you could hardly move.
Meaning: An exaggerated state of abundance.
Example Sentence: Their fridge is vat of leftovers after the holiday.