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Meaning & Definition of Pasteur in English

English

Pasteur

Pronunciation:

/ˈpæstɜr/

Part of Speech:

noun

Plural:

pasteurs

Meaning and Definition of Pasteur

1. Primary Definition

A person who conducts research in pasteurization or microbiology.

2. Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: A scientist known for developing the process of pasteurization, which kills bacteria in food and drink.

    Example Sentence: Louis Pasteur was a pioneering figure in microbiology.

  • Definition: A term used informally to refer to someone who is an expert in food safety and preservation.

    Example Sentence: The pasteur in charge of the dairy ensured all products were safe for consumption.

Etymology

Origin: Derived from the name of the French biologist Louis Pasteur.

Synonyms

microbiologist | food scientist | biochemist

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • pasteurization process: The method of heating food to a temperature that kills harmful bacteria.
  • Louis Pasteur's experiments: Scientific studies conducted by Louis Pasteur that demonstrated the role of microbes in fermentation and spoilage.

Translations

  • Spanish: pasteur
  • French: pasteur
  • German: Pasteur
  • Russian: Пастёр

Related Words

  • pasteurization: The process of heating food to eliminate pathogens.
  • microbiology: The study of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria and viruses.
  • fermentation: The chemical process by which sugars are converted into acids or alcohol.

Slang Meanings of pasteur

  • Meaning: Referring to a food safety expert informally.

    Example Sentence: She's the pasteur of the kitchen, keeping everything clean and safe.

  • Meaning: A joking reference to someone overly cautious about food safety.

    Example Sentence: Don't be such a pasteur, it's just a bit of mold on the cheese!