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

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hydrocooling

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 ● Dec. 28, 2025

For that reason, sophisticated produce growers usually use hydrocooling.

From How and When to Be Your Own Doctor by Solomon, Steve