The final extract (prior to instrumental analysis) of a sample that has been subjected to various manipulations (e.g., extraction, dilution, concentration).
Term to describe foods that have been treated to extend storage life, or to improve taste, nutrition, color, or texture. Processing examples include adding preservatives, coloring, dehydrating, canning or freezing foods.
a term used to describe many jug wines. It connotes, in both smell and taste, a wine that has been put through so many machines, has had so many things added to and/or taken away from it, and has been so manufactured as to appeal to the great bland palate that it is utterly without redeeming social value or character. 'Cheese food' is processed; Stilton isn't.