Pasteurization

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of pasteurisation. alt-of, alternative, countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    partial sterilization of foods at a temperature that destroys harmful microorganisms without major changes in the chemistry of the food wordnet

Synonyms

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decontaminationfumigationhygienepasteurisationsanitation

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"The critical control points for cranberry sauce include the washing area where berries are first received, filtration and metal detection points where any foreign materials are removed, a heat treatment pasteurization area, and acidity checks, among others."

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