vat
//væt//
Noun
vatSingular
vatsPlural
1
A large tank or tub used to hold liquid, especially in industrial processes such as brewing, dyeing, or tanning.
The workers filled the vat with grape juice to begin the fermentation process.
2
A container used for fermenting or storing wine, beer, or other beverages.
The winery stores its wine in large oak vats.