hydrocooling

American  

[hahy-droh-koo-ling] / ˈhaɪ droʊˌku lɪŋ /

noun

1. the process or technique of arresting the ripening of fruits and vegetables after harvesting by immersion in ice water.

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Etymology

Origin of hydrocooling

First recorded in 1940–45; hydro- ¹ + cool + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

One hydrocooling site alone sits on 200,000 gallons of water to keep stacks of machines from overheating so someone else’s balance sheet can tick upward.

From Salon

For that reason, sophisticated produce growers usually use hydrocooling.

From Project Gutenberg

Home gardeners should also practice hydrocooling.

From Project Gutenberg