Used attributively to describe food that has undergone pasteurization (e.g., "pasteurized milk").
Definitionen
pasteurizedadjektiv
Subjected to a process of partial sterilization, especially involving heat treatment, to make it safe for consumption and to extend its shelf life.
The pasteurized milk is safe to drink straight from the carton.
pasteurizedpartizip perfekt
Processed by pasteurization so as to destroy harmful microorganisms and prolong shelf life.
Only pasteurized eggs should be used in recipes that call for raw yolks.
pasteurizeverb
To heat a liquid, especially milk, to a specific temperature for a set period of time in order to kill harmful bacteria without affecting the taste or nutritional value.
The dairy farm decided to pasteurize their milk to ensure it was safe for consumption.
pasteurizepartizip perfekt
Having been subjected to pasteurization; treated with heat to destroy harmful microorganisms.
Pasteurized milk has a longer shelf life than raw milk.