Meaning & Definition of word "Vat"

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.