UHT
|U-H-T|
/ˌjuː.eɪtʃˈtiː/
high-temperature sterilization
Etymology
'UHT' originates from the English term 'Ultra-High Temperature', where 'Ultra-' meant 'beyond' and 'High Temperature' referred to the elevated heat levels used in the process.
The term 'UHT' was adopted in the 20th century as food processing technology advanced, allowing for longer shelf life of dairy products.
Initially, it referred specifically to the process of heating milk, but now it is used for various food products.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
ultra-High Temperature. Used to describe a process of sterilizing food, especially milk, by heating it to a very high temperature for a short time to kill bacteria.
UHT milk can be stored for several months without refrigeration.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45