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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A form of heat exchanger in which steam is forced past tubes which contain water to be boiled.
2. 2
   A thermosyphon reboiler.
3. 3
   A heating element within a brew kettle.

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish calandria (“machine with cylinders”). First attested in 1886 in the sugar industry.

Related phrases

calandria pan

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