water bath

American  

noun

1. a system for the control of temperature in which a vessel containing the material to be heated is set into or over one containing water and receiving the heat directly.

2. a bath of water.

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water-bath British  

noun

1. chem a vessel containing heated water, used for heating substances

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Etymology

Origin of water bath

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

The only additional step — though not mandatory — is a cold water bath to help rapidly lower the eggs’ temperature and encourage the shells to separate from the cooked egg.

From Salon

The team's information engine consists of a tiny bead in a water bath that is held in place with an optical trap.

From Science Daily

The researchers placed four flasks in a 63 degrees F water bath and the other four flasks in a 70 F water bath.

From Science Daily

A crucial detail: Certain foods, including meat, dairy, grains and certain types of vegetables, should not be canned with a water bath.

From Salon

There are two main canning methods: pressure canning, which requires specialized equipment, and water bath canning, which can be done with a standard stockpot and a Mason jar.

From Salon