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spoilage Definition

spoil·age (spo̵ilij)

noun

  1. a spoiling or being spoiled
  2. something spoiled or the amount spoiled

spoilage Synonyms

spoilage

n.

waste, decomposition, deterioration; see decay 1, 2.

spoilage Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • food: Also, the spoilage of food by bacteria and mold is reduced when food is kept below 8°C.
  • egg: Additionally high losses often occur due to spoilage of eggs.
  • produce: This book is concerned with the safety and spoilage of fresh produce.

Converse of object

  • prevent: Also, the floral clusters are usually turned to prevent spoilage; this requires extra handling.
  • reduce: Biogas energy also enables farmers to process their produce for preservation and added value, reducing spoilage and increasing the overall benefits.
  • cause: Wash just before using, since the added moisture in the bag could cause spoilage.
  • cover: Quantities of materials supplied must be adequate to cover normal spoilage.
  • delay: Milk kept in silver jugs, or with silver coins in it, is known to delay spoilage.
  • retard: The purpose might be to retard spoilage, to enhance flavor, to increase nutrition, or to improve texture.

Adjective modifier

  • microbial: This is the main basis of microbial food spoilage, which lowers its nutritional value.
  • bacterial: Jean-Michel Cazes, the owner of Lynch-Bages says that in 1973 the cellars were contaminated by bacterial spoilage.
  • normal: Quantities of materials supplied must be adequate to cover normal spoilage.
  • potential: This may save significant production time and elimination potential product spoilage.

Modifies a noun

  • organism: Bacillus species are well known in the food industry as spoilage organisms.
  • bacterium: Natural preservatives " The extracts can be used in food formulations to protect food against spoilage bacteria.
  • microorganism: This is because beer is a rather unfavorable growth medium for most beer spoilage microorganisms.
  • mold: Carbon dioxide at sufficient concentrations can inhibit the growth of spoilage molds.
  • allowance: Each individual binding order will necessitate a spoilage allowance.

Noun used with modifier

  • food: Good stock rotation is essential to avoid any food spoilage.
  • product: This may save significant production time and elimination potential product spoilage.

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